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The Great Momentum

Edenbridge · 2017

109 min · 18 tracks · symphonic metal

Epic orchestral arrangements merge with powerful vocals, creating a cinematic soundscape in symphonic metal.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • epic soundscapes for reflective moments
  • cinematic arrangements for focused listening
  • patient unfolding with orchestral layers

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, standalone tracks
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2017, 'The Great Momentum' marked Edenbridge's eighth studio album, showcasing their established presence in the symphonic metal genre. Following the commercial success of 'The Bonding' in 2013, this album solidified their artistic direction while continuing to evolve their sound and lyrical themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Nightwish· Within Temptation· Epica

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Shiantara 5:52
  • 2 The Die Is Not Cast 5:14
  • 3 The Moment Is Now 4:23
  • 4 Until the End of Time 4:36
  • 5 The Visitor 5:53
  • 6 Return to Grace 5:14
  • 7 Only a Whiff of Life 3:45
  • 8 A Turnaround in Art 7:31
  • 9 The Greatest Gift of All 12:17

Disc 2

  • 1 Shiantara (instrumental) 5:51
  • 2 The Die Is Not Cast (instrumental) 5:14
  • 3 The Moment Is Now (instrumental) 4:23
  • 4 Until the End of Time (instrumental) 4:35
  • 5 The Visitor (instrumental) 5:33
  • 6 Return to Grace (instrumental) 5:13
  • 7 Only a Whiff of Life (instrumental) 3:45
  • 8 A Turnaround in Art (instrumental) 7:30
  • 9 The Greatest Gift of All (instrumental) 12:16

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