Reaching Horizons
Angra · 1997
53 min · 9 tracks · progressive metal
A dynamic blend of soaring melodies and intricate rhythms, merging progressive metal with Brazilian musical influences.
Top tracks — play these first
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Angels Cry — This track exemplifies Angra's signature style, combining powerful vocals with intricate guitar harmonies and a symphonic arrangement that reflects their Brazilian roots.
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Carry On Start here — With its uplifting chorus and masterful guitar work, this track serves as an anthem for perseverance, showcasing the band's ability to blend melody with technical prowess.
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Wuthering Heights (speed version) — This spirited cover pays homage to Kate Bush while infusing it with Angra's progressive metal energy, highlighting their versatility and creative interpretation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate compositions and strong performances, blending metal with Brazilian influences effectively.
What we noticed
- Vocal harmonies are layered throughout, with multiple singers contributing to the melodic lines, enhancing the dynamic feel of the music.
- Several tracks incorporate Brazilian rhythms and instrumentation, such as acoustic guitars and percussion, which contrast with the heavier metal elements.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady progression with emotional peaks
- uplifting melodies for reflective moments
- dynamic contrasts throughout the album
- engaging rhythms for active listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer quick, standalone tracks
- looking for minimalistic soundscapes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Solidified Angra's reputation in progressive metal and received critical acclaim.
- Themes
- Brazilian musical roots· progressive metal complexity
- Career context
- Reaching Horizons is Angra's second studio album, following their acclaimed debut Angels Cry. Released in 1997, it solidified their position in the progressive metal scene and showcased their unique sound blending heavy metal with elements of Brazilian music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Symphony X· Dream Theater· Kamelot
Tracklist
- 1 Carry On Start here 6:35
- 2 Queen of the Night 4:55
- 3 Angels Cry 7:16
- 4 Time 5:39
- 5 Evil Warning 6:23
- 6 Reaching Horizons 5:35
- 7 Carry On Start here 6:36
- 8 Don’t Despair 5:11
- 9 Wuthering Heights (speed version) 5:09
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
The Divine Wings of Tragedy
Symphony X
Shares complex compositions and soaring melodies within the progressive metal framework.
Roots
Sepultura
Integrates Brazilian musical influences with heavy riffs and intricate rhythms, like Angra's approach.
Images and Words
Dream Theater
Features dynamic structures and melodic depth, aligning with the progressive elements of Angra's sound.
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