The Dream
Open Hand · 2003
46 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
A dynamic blend of gritty alternative rock and introspective melodies that captures the essence of early 2000s underground music.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Dream — This title track encapsulates the album's thematic exploration of aspiration and disillusionment through a powerful chorus and evocative lyrics.
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Life as Is — With its driving rhythm and reflective lyrics, this track highlights the band's ability to balance intensity with introspection, representing their artistic evolution.
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Never Alone — At eight minutes long, this closing track creates an expansive soundscape that invites listeners to reflect on loneliness and connection, serving as a poignant finale.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective melodies for reflection
- raw energy for late nights
- thoughtful tracks for deep listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced gratification
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2003, The Dream was Open Hand's second studio album, following their debut, which established them within the post-hardcore scene. By this point, they had solidified their sound and began to explore more melodic elements, reflecting both personal themes and broader existential questions.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 In Your Eyes 2:35
- 2 Life as Is 4:16
- 3 The Dream 4:39
- 4 11th Street 4:38
- 5 This Is the End 3:36
- 6 The Struggle 4:15
- 7 Thought Process 2:47
- 8 Radio Days 4:27
- 9 Forever 3:14
- 10 Never Alone 8:07
- 11 626 4:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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