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Splendor Solis

The Tea Party · 1993

56 min · 11 tracks · progressive rock

A mesmerizing fusion of progressive rock with Eastern influences, weaving intricate melodies and poetic lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • intricate melodies for focused listening
  • reflective moments during quiet evenings
  • captivating soundscapes for contemplation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
'Splendor Solis' is The Tea Party's debut album, released in 1993 when they were still establishing their identity in the Canadian music scene. At this point, the band was exploring a sound that blended rock with world music elements, paving the way for their subsequent albums and eventual commercial success.
Stylistic neighbors
Porcupine Tree· Anathema· Opeth

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The River 5:43
  • 2 Midsummer Day 5:57
  • 3 A Certain Slant of Light 4:59
  • 4 Winter Solstice 2:44
  • 5 Save Me 6:34
  • 6 Sun Going Down 6:33
  • 7 In This Time 4:56
  • 8 Dreams of Reason 6:18
  • 9 Raven Skies 5:16
  • 10 Haze on the Hills 2:23
  • 11 The Majestic Song 4:37

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