The Alchemy Index Vols. III & IV
Thrice · 2008
45 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · post-hardcore · experimental rock
A haunting exploration of fire and water, merging atmospheric soundscapes with intense lyrical depth.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its critical reception, receiving praise from various outlets for its conceptual depth and musical experimentation. It debuted at number 35 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing Thrice's growing commercial impact while solidifying their influence in the alternative rock scene during the late 2000s.
- Best for
- haunting soundscapes for reflection steady pacing for focused listening lyrical depth invites introspection
- Context
- Released on April 15, 2008, 'The Alchemy Index Vols. III & IV' marked Thrice's fifth studio album and the second half of their ambitious four-part series. At this point in their career, the band had already established themselves as a significant force in post-hardcore, following their critically acclaimed 2005 album 'Vheissu' and showcasing a continued evolution in their sound and thematic focus.
- 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 Broken Lungs Standout 4:14
- 2 The Sky Is Falling 4:21
- 3 A Song for Milly Michaelson Standout 5:07
- 4 Daedalus 6:00
- 5 As the Crow Flies 2:22
- 6 Silver Wings 2:10
Disc 2
- 1 Moving Mountains 2:55
- 2 Digging My Own Grave 3:04
- 3 The Earth Isn’t Humming Standout 4:58
- 4 The Lion and the Wolf 2:42
- 5 Come All You Weary 4:08
- 6 Child of Dust 3:09
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