Music Inspired by the Life and Times of Scrooge
Tuomas Holopainen · 2014
60 min · 11 tracks · symphonic metal
A sweeping orchestral journey infused with symphonic metal, evoking the spirit of adventure and nostalgia.
Why this album works
The album received positive reviews for its ambitious orchestration and narrative depth, charting in various countries. It exemplifies a unique blend of classical influences within the symphonic metal genre, further establishing Holopainen's reputation as a versatile composer.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions steady, consistent energy levels dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released in 2014, this album is Tuomas Holopainen's first solo project outside of Nightwish, showcasing his compositional depth. It follows the band's successful album 'Imaginaerum' and reflects Holopainen’s fascination with storytelling through music inspired by Carl Barks' Scrooge McDuck.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Liv Kristine· Turisas· Die Apokalyptischen Reiter
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Glasgow 1877 6:27
- 2 Into the West Standout 5:01
- 3 Duel & Cloudscapes 4:49
- 4 Dreamtime 4:47
- 5 Cold Heart of the Klondike Standout 6:52
- 6 The Last Sled 5:40
- 7 Goodbye, Papa Standout 6:26
- 8 To Be Rich 3:22
- 9 A Lifetime of Adventure 6:15
- 10 Go Slowly Now, Sands of Time 4:35
- 11 A Lifetime of Adventure (alternative version) 6:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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