Perelandra
Glass Hammer · 1995
61 min · 12 tracks · progressive rock
A rich tapestry of melodic complexity and lyrical depth, blending symphonic arrangements with progressive rock's intricate rhythms.
Why this album works
The album is significant for its ambitious blend of literary themes drawn from C.S. Lewis's works and complex musical structures, which garnered attention within the progressive rock community. It has been praised for pushing the boundaries of the genre, influencing subsequent artists and helping to revitalize interest in progressive rock during a time when alternative music dominated the charts.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with dynamic peaks rich melodic complexity to explore immersive journey across two halves
- Context
- Released in 1995, 'Perelandra' is Glass Hammer's third studio album, following their 1993 debut 'Journey of the Dunadan' and 1994's 'Chronometree'. At this point, the band was solidifying their presence in the progressive rock scene, focusing on conceptual storytelling and musicianship that would define their evolving sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tool· Porcupine Tree· IQ
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Now Arriving 2:02
- 2 Time Marches On Standout 10:36
- 3 Illusion Standout 9:05
- 4 The Way to Her Heart 4:47
- 5 Felix the Cat 2:31
- 6 Now Departing 1:05
- 7 Perelandra Standout 8:07
- 8 Le danse final 5:18
- 9 That Hideous Strength 3:57
- 10 Enda the Lion 1:02
- 11 Into the Night 4:40
- 12 Heaven 8:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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