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Released 14 years ago this August

March of Progress

Threshold · 2012

75 min · 11 tracks · progressive metal

A sweeping exploration of progressive metal that intricately weaves melody and complexity with lyrical depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic progression with peaks
  • wave-like pacing for contemplation
  • lyrical depth for introspection
  • sweeping journeys through sound
  • engaging two-halves listening experience

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on August 24, 2012, 'March of Progress' marked Threshold's follow-up to their 2007 album 'Dead Reckoning'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the progressive metal genre, showcasing a refined sound and mature songwriting after lineup changes that had previously challenged their stability.
Stylistic neighbors
Symphony X· Dream Theater· Fates Warning

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Ashes 6:51
  • 2 Return of the Thought Police 6:09
  • 3 Staring at the Sun 4:25
  • 4 Liberty, Complacency, Dependency 7:48
  • 5 Colophon 6:00
  • 6 The Hours 8:15
  • 7 That's Why We Came 5:40
  • 8 Don't Look Down 8:12
  • 9 Coda 5:23
  • 10 The Rubicon 10:24
  • 11 Divinity 6:27

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