Space Avenue
Waltari · 1997
74 min · 13 tracks · progressive metal · alternative metal · avant-garde metal
A cosmic blend of heavy riffs and eclectic sounds, merging metal with avant-garde experimentation.
Why this album works
'Space Avenue' is notable for its chart performance in Finland, where it reached number 14 on the album charts. This album further solidified Waltari's influence within the alternative and progressive metal scenes, showcasing their distinctive approach that inspired many bands in the following years.
- Best for
- gradual build to epic climax intense moments of sonic exploration nighttime driving with friends
- Context
- Released in 1997, 'Space Avenue' was Waltari's fifth studio album and showcased their continued evolution after the commercial success of 'Above You, Below Me' in 1995. The band was exploring a more progressive sound while maintaining their unique fusion of various genres, reflecting their status as pioneers in the Finnish metal scene during this period.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Meshuggah· Arcturus· Green Carnation
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 Standout 4:26
- 4 Progression 4:03
- 5 Blind Zone 4:16
- 6 Purify Yourself Standout 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 Standout 18:55
- 13 Purified‐Mix (instrumental mix) 4:59
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