Released 25 years ago this June
Silence
Sonata Arctica · 2001
73 min · 16 tracks · power metal
Melodic power metal intertwines symphonic elements with soaring vocals and intricate guitar work.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- wave-like pacing for deep immersion
- soaring vocals for cathartic release
- engaging storytelling through varied tracks
- reflective moments interspersed with energy
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instantaneous gratification
- avoid lengthy, cohesive albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on June 16, 2001, 'Silence' is Sonata Arctica's third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Ecliptica'. At this point in their career, the band solidified their presence in the power metal scene, showcasing a refined sound that elevated their musical complexity and lyrical depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nightwish· Epica· Blind Guardian
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 …Of Silence 1:17
- 2 Weballergy 3:51
- 3 False News Travel Fast 5:18
- 4 The End of This Chapter 7:01
- 5 Black Sheep 3:42
- 6 Land of the Free 4:24
- 7 Last Drop Falls 5:13
- 8 San Sebastian (revisited) 4:37
- 9 Sing in Silence 3:51
- 10 Revontulet 1:32
- 11 Tallulah 5:20
- 12 Wolf & Raven 4:18
- 13 Respect the Wilderness 3:52
- 14 The Power of One 11:36
- 15 PeaceMaker 3:31
- 16 Wolf & Raven (2008 version) 4:25
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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