Palimpsest
Protest the Hero · 2020
52 min · 13 tracks · progressive metal · metalcore
Explosive riffs intertwine with intricate melodies, creating a vibrant tapestry of progressive metal and emotive storytelling.
Why this album works
'Palimpsest' was well-received by critics and fans alike, debuting at number 3 on the Canadian Albums Chart. Its exploration of themes such as immigration and personal struggle resonated widely, contributing to discussions about social issues in contemporary metal.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys gradual builds and payoffs immersive storytelling experience
- Context
- Released in 2020, 'Palimpsest' is Protest the Hero's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Pacific Myth' EP from 2017. The band had been on a hiatus before this release, marking a return to form with a renewed focus on lyrical depth and musical complexity.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Migrant Mother Standout 3:50
- 2 The Canary Standout 4:27
- 3 From the Sky Standout 6:14
- 4 Harborside 1:01
- 5 All Hands 4:40
- 6 The Fireside 5:03
Disc 2
- 1 Soliloquy 4:30
- 2 Reverie 5:26
- 3 Little Snakes 4:56
- 4 Mountainside 1:11
- 5 Gardenias 4:57
- 6 Hillside 0:39
- 7 Rivet 5:35
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