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Promised Land

Queensrÿche · 1994

48 min · 11 tracks · heavy metal · progressive metal

A haunting blend of progressive metal and introspective lyrics, exploring themes of personal struggle and societal disillusionment.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • contemplative reflective moods

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 17, 1994, 'Promised Land' was Queensrÿche’s fifth studio album, coming off their commercially successful 'Empire'. During this period, the band faced internal tensions and lineup changes that influenced their sound and thematic direction, as they sought to evolve beyond the glam metal style of the late 80s.
Stylistic neighbors
Dream Theater· Fates Warning· Symphony X
If this clicks, go next to
Hear in the Now Frontier — Continues the introspective themes while introducing a more modern sound.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "I Am I".

  • 1 9:28 A.M. 1:43
  • 2 I Am I Start here 3:56
  • 3 Damaged 3:58
  • 4 Out of Mind 4:35
  • 5 Bridge 3:29
  • 6 Promised Land 7:58
  • 7 Disconnected 4:44
  • 8 Lady Jane 4:14
  • 9 My Global Mind 4:21
  • 10 One More Time 4:18
  • 11 Someone Else? 4:44

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