The Alchemy Index Vols. I & II
Thrice · 2007
49 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · post-hardcore · experimental rock
A sonic exploration of elemental themes, blending heavy instrumentation with atmospheric melodies and introspective lyrics.
Why this album works
The album received critical acclaim, with many praising its ambitious duality of fire and water themes. It charted on the Billboard 200, peaking at No. 32, and solidified Thrice's reputation as innovators within the alternative rock scene.
- Best for
- steady flow with gradual rise atmospheric melodies for introspection immersive listening on quiet nights
- Context
- When 'The Alchemy Index Vols. I & II' was released in 2007, Thrice was transitioning from their earlier post-hardcore sound to a more experimental approach. This album followed their commercially successful 'Vheissu' and marked a bold conceptual shift, as it was the first installment in a four-part series exploring the elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Linkin Park· Lana Del Rey· Moby· Green Day· Sonic Youth· Beck· Ariana Grande· Nine Inch Nails
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Firebreather Standout 4:24
- 2 The Messenger 2:09
- 3 Backdraft 4:08
- 4 The Arsonist Standout 4:13
- 5 Burn the Fleet 3:46
- 6 The Flame Deluge 3:27
Disc 2
- 1 Digital Sea Standout 3:44
- 2 Open Water 3:46
- 3 Lost Continent 4:30
- 4 Night Diving 6:02
- 5 The Whaler 4:08
- 6 Kings Upon the Main 4:56
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