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Periphery IV: Hail Stan

Periphery · 2019

63 min · 9 tracks · progressive metal

A complex tapestry of polyrhythms and soaring melodies that challenge the boundaries of progressive metal.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with peaks
  • wave-like pacing and intensity
  • cathartic full-volume release
  • headphone detail hunting

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short standalone tracks
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on April 5, 2019, 'Periphery IV: Hail Stan' marked Periphery's fourth studio album and followed their 2016 release 'Periphery III: Select Difficulty.' At this point in their career, the band had solidified their status as key players in the progressive metal scene, exploring new sonic territories while maintaining their intricate musical style.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Reptile 16:43
  • 2 Blood Eagle 5:58
  • 3 CHVRCH BVRNER 3:40
  • 4 Garden in the Bones 5:56
  • 5 It’s Only Smiles 5:33
  • 6 Follow Your Ghost 5:24
  • 7 Crush 6:49
  • 8 Sentient Glow 4:27
  • 9 Satellites 9:25

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