Stones Grow Her Name cover

Stones Grow Her Name

Sonata Arctica · 2012

56 min · 12 tracks · power metal

A symphonic blend of melodic power metal and introspective lyrics, entwined with rich orchestration.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • introspective moments of reflection
  • emotional crescendos throughout listening
  • late-night contemplation with depth

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant, catchy gratification
  • dislike lengthy, narrative journeys

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on May 18, 2012, 'Stones Grow Her Name' is Sonata Arctica's seventh studio album. Following the departure of their longtime keyboardist, the band sought to explore new musical territories while maintaining their signature sound established in earlier works like 'Winterheart's Guild'. This album marks a continued evolution for the Finnish band as they embrace more diverse themes and arrangements.
Stylistic neighbors
Nightwish· Epica· Blind Guardian

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Only the Broken Hearts (Make You Beautiful) 3:23
  • 2 Shitload of Money 4:52
  • 3 Losing My Insanity 4:03
  • 4 Somewhere Close to You 4:13
  • 5 I Have a Right 4:48
  • 6 Alone in Heaven 4:31
  • 7 The Day 4:14
  • 8 Cinderblox 4:03
  • 9 Don’t Be Mean 3:17
  • 10 Wildfire, Part II: One With the Mountain 7:53
  • 11 Wildfire, Part III: Wildfire Town, Population: 0 8:00
  • 12 Tonight I Dance Alone 3:27

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