Space Avenue
Waltari · 1997
74 min · 13 tracks · progressive metal
A genre-blending odyssey that fuses heavy metal with eclectic soundscapes and progressive experimentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Purify Yourself — This track exemplifies the band's ability to blend heavy riffs with introspective lyrics, showcasing both their musical prowess and thematic depth.
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Wolves on the Street — Featuring a catchy chorus and a hard-hitting rhythm, this song captures the essence of urban struggle while blending melodic elements with aggressive instrumentation.
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Mad Luxury — At nearly 19 minutes long, this expansive track pushes the boundaries of conventional songwriting, offering a journey filled with dynamic shifts and intricate compositions.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- gradual build to epic climax
- intense moments of sonic exploration
- nighttime driving with friends
- immersive headphone listening experience
- dynamic shifts in pacing
Maybe skip if you
- prefer concise, standalone tracks
- seek immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Innovative fusion of genres marks a high point in their artistic ambition.
- Career context
- By the time 'Space Avenue' was released in 1997, Waltari was making waves as a pioneering act within the Finnish metal scene. This album followed their breakthrough release 'Torcha!' from 1995 and showcased their artistic evolution, embracing a wider array of influences ranging from electronic to world music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Strapping Young Lad· Mr. Bungle· System of a Down
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 External 4:55
- 2 Far Away 4:52
- 3 Wolves on the Street 4:26
- 4 Progression 4:03
- 5 Blind Zone 4:16
- 6 Purify Yourself 5:21
- 7 Stars 4:26
- 8 Prime Time 3:56
- 9 Main Stream 4:02
- 10 Look Out Tonite 5:56
- 11 Walkin’ in the Neon 4:07
- 12 Mad Luxury 18:55
- 13 Purified‐Mix (instrumental mix) 4:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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