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Storms Over Still Water

Mostly Autumn · 2005

55 min · 11 tracks · progressive rock

A rich tapestry of progressive rock that intertwines ethereal melodies with evocative storytelling and intricate instrumental passages.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Candle to the Sky — This track stands out for its sweeping arrangements and emotional depth, encapsulating the essence of the album’s themes of hope and introspection.
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    Storms Over Still Water — The title track presents a powerful culmination of the album's motifs, blending haunting vocals with lush instrumentation that reflects both turmoil and tranquility.
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    Heart Life — With its compelling narrative and dynamic shifts in tempo, this song captures the band's signature blend of storytelling and musical exploration.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • introspective exploration of emotions
  • patient unfolding of soundscapes
  • reflective moments for solitude
  • ethereal vocals for daydreaming
  • immersive listening on quiet evenings

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
  • seeking instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2005, Storms Over Still Water marks Mostly Autumn's sixth studio album, following the critically acclaimed The Last Bright Light. This album showcases the band's continued evolution in sound, blending elements of folk and rock while solidifying their presence within the progressive rock genre.
Stylistic neighbors
The Pineapple Thief· Anathema· Gazpacho

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Out of the Green Sky 3:40
  • 2 Broken Glass 3:44
  • 3 Ghost in Dreamland 3:12
  • 4 Heart Life 5:50
  • 5 The End of the World 4:04
  • 6 Black Rain 3:53
  • 7 Coming To… 2:52
  • 8 Candle to the Sky 8:19
  • 9 Carpe Diem 8:05
  • 10 Storms Over Still Water 7:39
  • 11 Tomorrow 3:40

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