Top tracks — play these first
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Excuse Me While I Scream!!! — This track exemplifies Nova's ability to marry hard rock with theatrical storytelling, showcasing both lyrical depth and powerful instrumentation that resonate throughout the album.
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Falling Back / An Angel Whispered — A standout moment on the album, this track features ethereal melodies juxtaposed with heavy guitar riffs, highlighting Nova's range as a songwriter and musician.
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Freedom — Clocking in at over nine minutes, this epic piece showcases a blend of progressive rock influences and emotional lyrics, encapsulating the album's thematic journey towards self-discovery.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with dynamic shifts
- introspective storytelling in peaks
- immersive journey through varied tempos
- cathartic moments of release
- reflective listening during solitude
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek straightforward, consistent vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1997, Nova's Dream marked Aldo Nova's return after nearly a decade since his last album, subjecting him to changing musical landscapes. At this point, he was navigating the transition from mainstream rock stardom in the 1980s to a more eclectic, personal sound, reflecting his artistic evolution as he sought to redefine his identity within a shifting industry.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Billy Squier· Jeff Scott Soto· Night Ranger
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Are You Inexperienced?
The bridge shifts perspective to question personal limitations directly, creating an intimate dialogue with listeners about self-doubt.
This moment breaks from the narrative established earlier, inviting listeners into a reflective space that emphasizes vulnerability and personal growth.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 My Soul to Keep 0:55
- 2 Is There Anybody There? 3:35
- 3 Dreamwalk 4:01
- 4 Are You Inexperienced? 1:46
- 5 Excuse Me While I Scream!!! 6:30
- 6 The Pressure's Killing Me 1:01
- 7 Pressure Cooker 4:53
- 8 Falling Back / An Angel Whispered 4:32
- 9 Freedom 9:18
- 10 Where Am I Now? 0:22
- 11 Elaye 5:57
- 12 Dada 0:06
- 13 Coming Home 4:39
- 14 Lighting Up 0:09
- 15 Mary Jane 1:51
- 16 Carlito's Way 5:18
- 17 Wake Up!!! 1:02
- 18 The End 6:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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