Released 20 years ago
Milliontown
Frost* · 2006
59 min · 6 tracks · progressive rock
A sprawling journey through intricate melodies and complex rhythms, merging symphonic rock with lush electronic textures.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hyperventilate — This opener sets the tone for the album with frenetic energy and dynamic shifts, showcasing the band's technical prowess and engaging songwriting.
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Milliontown — The title track is a monumental piece, blending narrative lyricism with expansive instrumental sections, embodying the album's overarching themes of exploration and introspection.
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Black Light Machine — This track combines heavy guitar riffs with intricate time signatures, illustrating the band's ability to seamlessly merge complexity with accessibility.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Milliontown showcases ambitious compositions and intricate arrangements, establishing Frost* as a notable name in progressive rock.
What we noticed
- The album features extended tracks, with 'Hyperventilate' and 'Milliontown' both exceeding ten minutes, allowing for complex musical developments.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- sprawling journeys through intricate melodies
- patient, immersive listening experience
- dynamic shifts in emotional intensity
- thoughtful explorations of complex themes
Maybe skip if you
- prefer concise, straightforward tracks
- want instant gratification from music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2006, Milliontown is Frost*'s debut album, marking their entry into the progressive rock scene. The band was still relatively unknown at this point, seeking to carve out a niche with their distinct sound that blends traditional rock elements with modern prog sensibilities.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Porcupine Tree· Opeth· Dream Theater
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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The Other Me
The verses transition between first-person reflection and a broader commentary on identity, creating a compelling dialogue within the song.
This structural shift emphasizes the internal conflict present in the lyrics while inviting listeners to engage more deeply with the theme of self-exploration.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hyperventilate 7:31
- 2 No Me No You 6:06
- 3 Snowman 3:55
- 4 The Other Me 4:51
- 5 Black Light Machine 10:06
- 6 Milliontown 26:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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