Scantropolis
Scanner · 2002
48 min · 10 tracks · power metal
A relentless fusion of intricate melodies and powerful vocals, embodying the essence of modern power metal.
Top tracks — play these first
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Till the Ferryman Dies — Opening the album with grandiosity, this track showcases Scanner's signature blend of soaring vocals and intricate guitar work, setting the tone for the entire record.
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Always Alien — This song stands out with its haunting melody and lyrical exploration of existential themes, encapsulating the emotional core of Scantropolis.
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Hallowed Be My Name — A standout track that combines powerful riffs with compelling storytelling, highlighting Scanner's ability to fuse narrative depth with musical complexity.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intense emotional crescendos throughout
- immersive storytelling with depth
- driving anthems for focused sessions
- live energy captured brilliantly
Maybe skip if you
- prefer soft, mellow sounds
- want quick, upbeat tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Scantropolis is Scanner's third studio album, following their 1999 release, The End of the World. By this point in their career, Scanner had established themselves within the power metal genre, building a loyal fan base and honing their sound while exploring darker themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Helloween· Blind Guardian· Stratovarius
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Always Alien
The bridge reveals a profound sense of isolation and longing as it shifts from a reflective tone to an urgent plea for connection.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Till the Ferryman Dies 5:11
- 2 Hallowed Be My Name 5:20
- 3 Flight of the Eagle 4:07
- 4 Turn of the Tide 6:07
- 5 Always Alien 4:45
- 6 Engel Brecht's 3:43
- 7 Sister Mary 5:49
- 8 The Gambler 4:30
- 9 R.I.P. - Rest in Pain 3:16
- 10 Till the Ferryman Dies (live) 5:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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