Prelude to the Millennium
Symphony X · 1998
77 min · 11 tracks · progressive metal · neo-classical metal
Epic arrangements blend orchestral elements with intricate guitar work, creating a theatrical metal experience.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- theatrical peaks and valleys
- immersive long-form compositions
- dynamic journeys through sound
- epic arrangements for deep focus
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer short, standalone tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on February 2, 1998, 'Prelude to the Millennium' was Symphony X's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough 'The Divine Wings of Tragedy' from 1997. This album solidified their status in the progressive metal scene as they continued to refine their sound and expand their thematic scope.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dream Theater· Fates Warning· Nightwish
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Masquerade ’98 6:01
- 2 A Winter’s Dream, Part I: Prelude 3:03
- 3 The Damnation Game 4:32
- 4 Dressed to Kill 4:44
- 5 Of Sins and Shadows 4:56
- 6 Sea of Lies 4:18
- 7 Out of the Ashes 3:39
- 8 The Divine Wings of Tragedy 20:41
- 9 Candlelight Fantasia 6:42
- 10 Smoke and Mirrors 6:12
- 11 Through the Looking Glass, Parts I-III 13:04
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