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The Death Defying Unicorn

Motorpsycho · 2012

71 min · 13 tracks · progressive rock

A sprawling journey through progressive rock, blending orchestral textures with intense grooves and ethereal melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • sprawling journeys through soundscapes
  • meditative moments with orchestral textures
  • intense grooves for deep focus
  • cathartic explorations of emotional depth
  • dynamic shifts between tranquility and

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, immediate gratification
  • avoid lengthy, immersive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on February 10, 2012, 'The Death Defying Unicorn' marked a significant phase for Motorpsycho, following their 2010 album 'Heavy Metal Fruit'. This period showcased the band's willingness to explore ambitious concepts and compositions, solidifying their reputation within the progressive rock scene. The album also followed a revitalization of their sound that embraced orchestration and layered arrangements.
Stylistic neighbors
The Mars Volta· Porcupine Tree· Opeth

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Out of the Woods 2:40
  • 2 The Hollow Lands 7:36
  • 4 Through the Veil, Part II 5:37
  • 5 Doldrums 2:30
  • 6 Into the Gyre 9:50
  • 7 Flotsam 1:30

Disc 2

  • 1 Oh, Proteus – A Prayer 7:35
  • 2 Sculls in Limbo 2:19
  • 3 La Lethe 6:46
  • 4 Oh, Proteus – A Lament 2:12
  • 5 Sharks 7:53
  • 6 Mutiny! 8:32
  • 7 Into the Mystic 6:56

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