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The Breaking of the World

Glass Hammer · 2015

64 min · 9 tracks · progressive rock

Epic progressive rock textures intertwine with intricate melodies and thematic storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • immersive storytelling through intricate melodies
  • wave-like pacing with dramatic shifts
  • thoughtful listening for reflective moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, standalone tracks
  • seek instant gratification from music

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 2015, 'The Breaking of the World' is Glass Hammer's eleventh studio album, showcasing their continued evolution in the progressive rock genre. Following their previous album, 'Valkyrie' (2013), this record reflects a matured sound while remaining true to their roots in complex arrangements and lyrical depth.
Stylistic neighbors
The Flower Kings· Spock's Beard· Yes

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Mythopoeia 8:34
  • 2 Third Floor 11:04
  • 3 Babylon 7:55
  • 4 A Bird When It Sneezes 0:34
  • 5 Sand 5:46
  • 6 Bandwagon 6:19
  • 7 Haunted 5:54
  • 8 North Wind 9:25
  • 9 Nothing Everything 8:49

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