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Periphery III: Select Difficulty

Periphery · 2016

63 min · 11 tracks · progressive metal

A dynamic fusion of intricate rhythms and soaring melodies that challenges the boundaries of progressive metal.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • wave-like pacing for engagement
  • challenging rhythms for attentive listening
  • intricate melodies that reward focus
  • immersive two-half listening experience

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on July 22, 2016, 'Periphery III: Select Difficulty' is Periphery's third studio album, following their self-titled album from 2010 and 'Periphery II: This Time It's Personal' in 2012. At this point, the band had solidified their position in the progressive metal scene and were known for their technical proficiency and innovative songwriting.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Price Is Wrong 3:56
  • 2 Motormouth 4:50
  • 3 Marigold 7:19
  • 4 The Way the News Goes… 5:03
  • 5 Remain Indoors 6:10
  • 6 Habitual Line‐Stepper 6:52
  • 7 Flatline 5:50
  • 8 Absolomb 7:43
  • 9 Catch Fire 3:53
  • 10 Prayer Position 4:36
  • 11 Lune 7:47

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