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Shall We Descend

The Jelly Jam · 2011

48 min · 10 tracks · progressive rock

Progressive rock textures intertwine with melodic hooks and introspective lyrics, creating an expansive sonic landscape.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Halos in Hell — This track highlights the band's ability to balance heavy instrumentation with reflective lyrics, encapsulating the album's thematic depth. Its dynamic shifts and atmospheric arrangements make it a standout piece.
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    Shall We Descend — The title track serves as a centerpiece for the album, featuring rich harmonies and a contemplative narrative that invites deep listening. Its exploration of existential themes resonates throughout the record.
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    Come Alive — With its infectious energy and catchy chorus, this track showcases the band's lighter side while still maintaining their signature progressive elements. It brings a sense of uplift amidst the album's more introspective moments.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Questions

    The bridge poses direct inquiries about existence and purpose, shifting from observations to asking listeners to reflect on their own lives.

    This moment breaks from the narrative flow to engage the audience directly, inviting them into a personal dialogue rather than simply presenting a theme.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Who’s Comin’ Now 4:27
  • 2 Stay Together 4:28
  • 3 Halos in Hell 6:30
  • 4 Same Way Down 5:22
  • 5 Barometric Reign 4:58
  • 6 March of the Trolls 4:15
  • 7 Questions 2:35
  • 8 Shall We Descend 4:40
  • 9 Come Alive 2:49
  • 10 Ten 8:19

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