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Temple of Thought

Poets of the Fall · 2012

63 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · post-grunge

Ethereal melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a sonic landscape that balances melancholy and hope.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for introspection
  • melancholic themes with hope
  • suitable for reflective moments
  • engaging emotional crescendos
  • unplugged versions enhance intimacy

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced excitement
  • seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2012, 'Temple of Thought' is Poets of the Fall's fifth studio album, following their successful release, 'Revolution Roulette'. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their presence in the alternative rock scene, expanding their sound while maintaining the emotional depth that characterized earlier works.
Stylistic neighbors
HIM· The Rasmus· Anathema

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Running Out of Time 3:12
  • 2 Temple of Thought 4:37
  • 3 Cradled in Love 4:43
  • 4 Kamikaze Love 3:41
  • 5 The Lie Eternal 4:34
  • 6 Skin 4:28
  • 7 The Distance 5:05
  • 8 Show Me This Life 4:28
  • 9 Morning Tide 4:40
  • 10 The Ballad of Jeremiah Peacekeeper 5:06
  • 11 The Happy Song 4:21
  • 12 Temple of Thought (unplugged studio live) 4:35
  • 13 Skin (unplugged studio live) 4:27
  • 14 Signs of Life 5:34

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