Polaris
Stratovarius · 2009
130 min · 25 tracks · power metal
A radiant blend of soaring melodies and intricate instrumentation captures the essence of power metal's emotional depth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- wave-like pacing for immersive experience
- soaring melodies for uplifting moments
- introspective reflections during quiet times
- for focused listening sessions
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer short, standalone tracks
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on May 20, 2009, 'Polaris' marked Stratovarius's return after a turbulent period that included lineup changes and a hiatus. This album was their first studio release in four years, following 'Stratovarius' (2005), and showcased a renewed creative energy under the leadership of founding member Timo Tolkki before he departed from the band. The album signified a pivotal moment in their evolution as they sought to solidify their legacy within the power metal genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Helloween· Blind Guardian· Gamma Ray
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Deep Unknown 4:28
- 2 Falling Star 4:33
- 3 King of Nothing 6:43
- 4 Blind 5:28
- 5 Winter Skies 5:50
- 6 Forever Is Today 4:40
- 7 Higher We Go 3:47
- 8 Somehow Precious 5:37
- 9 Emancipation Suite, Part I: Dusk 6:57
- 10 Emancipation Suite, Part II: Dawn 3:40
- 11 When Mountains Fall 3:12
Disc 2
- 1 Destiny 10:12
- 2 Hunting High and Low 5:06
- 3 Speed of Light 3:13
- 4 The Kiss of Judas 6:54
- 5 Deep Unknown 5:08
- 6 A Million Light Years Away 5:33
- 7 Bach: Air Suite 2:16
- 8 Winter Skies 5:19
- 9 Phoenix 6:07
- 10 SOS 3:55
- 11 Forever Is Today 5:14
- 12 King of Nothing 6:39
- 13 Father Time 5:18
- 14 Higher We Go 4:07
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