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Operation: Livecrime

Queensrÿche · 1991

79 min · 17 tracks · heavy metal · progressive metal

A theatrical journey through heavy metal's operatic depths, blending intricate storytelling with soaring melodies and powerful riffs.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • theatrical storytelling through music
  • dynamic narrative progression throughout
  • wave-like pacing with contrasts
  • immersive journey for attentive listeners
  • cathartic release in climactic moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer standalone tracks only
  • seek immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Operation: Livecrime' was released in October 1991, Queensrÿche was enjoying the peak of their commercial success following the critical acclaim of their landmark album 'Operation: Mindcrime.' This live album captures the band’s performance at The Moore Theatre in Seattle, showcasing both their theatrical prowess and musical intricacy during a time when they were solidifying their status in the progressive metal scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Dream Theater· Fates Warning· Symphony X

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I Remember Now 1:19
  • 2 Anarchy-X 1:27
  • 3 Revolution Calling 4:58
  • 4 Operation: Mindcrime 4:26
  • 5 Speak 3:44
  • 6 Spreading the Disease 5:06
  • 7 The Mission 5:46
  • 8 Suite Sister Mary 12:08
  • 9 The Needle Lies 3:19
  • 10 Electric Requiem 1:15
  • 11 Breaking the Silence 4:22
  • 12 I Don't Believe in Love 4:19
  • 13 Waiting for 22 1:27
  • 14 My Empty Room 1:37
  • 15 Eyes of a Stranger 8:27
  • 16 The Lady Wore Black 6:44
  • 17 Roads to Madness 9:22

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