Second Nature
Flying Colors · 2014
66 min · 9 tracks · progressive rock
A vibrant tapestry of intricate rhythms and soaring melodies that blends progressive rock with emotional storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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Open Up Your Eyes — The opening track encapsulates the album's ambitious scope, featuring extended instrumental sections and a powerful vocal performance that sets the thematic stage.
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Bombs Away — This track combines a catchy chorus with thought-provoking lyrics about societal issues, demonstrating the band's ability to marry melody with meaningful content.
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Cosmic Symphony — This epic closer showcases the band's technical prowess and thematic depth, blending various musical styles into a cohesive narrative that leaves a lasting impression.
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 musicianship, though it may not resonate widely beyond its genre.
What we noticed
- Vocals are layered with harmonies that intertwine with instrumental sections, creating a dense soundscape throughout the record.
- Several tracks exceed six minutes, allowing for extended instrumental passages and thematic development.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- 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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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. 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
- gradual build to emotional climax
- immersive storytelling through instrumentation
- reflective moments of introspection
- extended tracks for deep listening
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of quick gratification
- prefer standalone hit tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2014, Second Nature is Flying Colors' second album, following their self-titled debut from 2012. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their identity within the progressive rock genre, having garnered attention for their diverse musical backgrounds and collaborative spirit. This album reflects their evolution by incorporating more personal themes alongside complex arrangements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Transatlantic· The Neal Morse Band· Spock's Beard
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Open Up Your Eyes 12:24
- 2 Mask Machine 6:02
- 3 Bombs Away 5:02
- 4 The Fury of My Love 5:12
- 5 A Place in Your World 6:32
- 6 Lost Without You 4:40
- 7 One Love Forever 7:21
- 8 Peaceful Harbor 7:14
- 9 Cosmic Symphony 11:53
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