What makes Project Shangri-La by Lana Lane notable?

This album is significant for its ambitious production and thematic depth, which helped further establish Lana Lane as a notable figure in the symphonic rock scene. It received positive reviews from various music publications, contributing to her growing fanbase and influence on subsequent artists in the genre. Released on January 23, 2002, 'Project Shangri-La' is Lana Lane's fifth studio album, following her critically acclaimed work 'Secrets of the Dreaming' from 2001. At this point in her career, Lane was solidifying her reputation within the progressive metal genre, showcasing her unique fusion of rock elements with orchestral arrangements and conceptual storytelling.

Who is Project Shangri-La for?

Project Shangri-La works well if you're into lush soundscapes for deep listening, epic emotional arcs throughout and long-form tracks for immersion.

How many songs are on Project Shangri-La?

Project Shangri-La has 12 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.

Project Shangri-La

Lana Lane · 2002

61 min · 12 tracks · progressive metal

A sweeping blend of symphonic rock and progressive metal that weaves intricate melodies with powerful storytelling.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Project Shangri-La — The title track encapsulates the album's grand vision, blending ethereal vocals and lush orchestration while exploring themes of escapism and utopia.
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Tears of Babylon — This track showcases Lane's ability to merge poignant lyrics with a compelling melody, reflecting on loss and yearning through its dynamic arrangement.
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(Life Is) Only a Dream — This song features an evocative narrative structure that invites listeners into a contemplative journey, supported by rich instrumental layers that enhance its dreamlike quality.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

lush soundscapes for deep listening
epic emotional arcs throughout
long-form tracks for immersion
thematic exploration of dreams
cathartic reflections on life

Maybe skip if you

prefer short, standalone songs
seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on January 23, 2002, 'Project Shangri-La' is Lana Lane's fifth studio album, following her critically acclaimed work 'Secrets of the Dreaming' from 2001. At this point in her career, Lane was solidifying her reputation within the progressive metal genre, showcasing her unique fusion of rock elements with orchestral arrangements and conceptual storytelling.
Stylistic neighbors: Nightwish· Epica· Within Temptation

Tracklist

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

1 Redemption, Part I 2:27
2 Project Shangri-La 6:04
3 Encore 4:00
4 Before You Go 6:20
5 The Nightingale 4:19
6 The Beast Within You 5:57
7 Tears of Babylon 6:35
8 Ebbtide 5:20
9 (Life Is) Only a Dream 6:44
10 Time to Say Goodbye 4:11
11 Redemption, Part II 3:04
12 Romeo and Juliet 5:56

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