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Neal Morse

Neal Morse · 1999

55 min · 11 tracks · progressive rock · Christian rock

Melodic progressive rock intertwines with introspective lyrics and intricate arrangements, revealing a personal journey of faith and self-discovery.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • melodic journeys of self-discovery
  • engaging storytelling through music

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, catchy tracks
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 5, 1999, this self-titled debut album marked Neal Morse's transition from his work with Spock's Beard to a solo career. At this point, Morse was exploring more personal themes after his departure from the band, aiming to infuse his progressive rock roots with Christian spiritual influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Transatlantic· Spock's Beard· The Flower Kings

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Living Out Loud 4:31
  • 2 Lost Cause 5:01
  • 3 Landslide 5:27
  • 4 That Which Doesn’t Kill Me 4:42
  • 5 Everything Is Wrong 5:02
  • 6 Nowhere Fast 3:45
  • 7 Emma 3:16
  • 8 A Whole Nother Trip: a) Bomb That Can’t Explode 9:02
  • 9 A Whole Nother Trip: b) Mr. Upside Down 4:40
  • 10 A Whole Nother Trip: c) The Man Who Would Be King 4:22
  • 11 A Whole Nother Trip: d) It’s Alright 5:52

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