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Silent Lucidity

Queensrÿche · 1991

21 min · 3 tracks · heavy metal · progressive metal

A haunting blend of lush melodies and introspective lyrics, merging progressive metal with orchestral elements.

Silent Lucidity is a single by Queensrÿche, released in 1991. A haunting blend of lush melodies and introspective lyrics, merging progressive metal with orchestral elements. 'Silent Lucidity' became one of Queensrÿche's most commercially successful singles, reaching number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earning them a Grammy nomination for Best Metal Performance. Its distinctive orchestral arrangement and lyrical depth helped cement the band's influence on the progressive metal genre during the early '90s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Silent Lucidity sound like?

A haunting blend of lush melodies and introspective lyrics, merging progressive metal with orchestral elements. Rooted in heavy metal and progressive metal.

What makes Silent Lucidity by Queensrÿche notable?

'Silent Lucidity' became one of Queensrÿche's most commercially successful singles, reaching number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earning them a Grammy nomination for Best Metal Performance. Its distinctive orchestral arrangement and lyrical depth helped cement the band's influence on the progressive metal genre during the early '90s. When 'Silent Lucidity' was released on February 14, 1991, Queensrÿche was at a pivotal point in their career, following the success of their acclaimed album 'Operation: Mindcrime.' This single marked their transition into more accessible sounds while maintaining their progressive roots, showcasing a maturation in their songwriting and production.

How many songs are on Silent Lucidity?

Silent Lucidity has 3 tracks, running approximately 21 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·21:21

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

  • 1 Silent Lucidity Standout 5:48
  • 2 Suite Sister Mary Standout 11:38
  • 3 Last Time in Paris Standout 3:54

Release Date

February 14, 1991

Genre

heavy metal, progressive metal

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

21 min 21 sec