The Harmony Codex
Steven Wilson · 2023
460 min · 76 tracks · alternative rock · progressive metal · progressive rock
An intricate tapestry of sound, blending progressive rock with experimental pop elements and rich atmospheric textures.
Why this album works
'The Harmony Codex' has garnered significant attention for its ambitious structure and multiple remixes, showcasing Wilson's versatility. The album has been noted for its critical reception, often being cited as an exploration of the intersection between technology and human emotion, contributing to ongoing discussions within the progressive rock community.
- Career context
- Released on September 29, 2023, 'The Harmony Codex' is Steven Wilson's follow-up to his 2021 album 'The Future Bites'. At this stage in his career, Wilson continues to explore complex themes through innovative soundscapes, further solidifying his reputation as a pioneering figure in modern progressive music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ellie Goulding· Robbie Williams· Radiohead· Gorillaz· Lily Allen· Blur· Oasis· Ed Sheeran
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 2
- 1 Codex Theme #7 0:59
- 2 Economies of Scale (Manic Street Preachers remix) 4:04
- 3 Codex Theme #9 0:32
- 4 Inclination (Faultline remix) 7:29
- 5 Impossible Tightrope (alternate version) Standout 10:10
- 6 Codex Theme #6 1:07
- 7 Beautiful Scarecrow (Meat Beat Manifesto Excursion 1) Standout 6:04
- 8 Codex Theme #8 1:03
- 9 Time Is Running Out (Mikael Åkerfeldt version) 3:47
- 10 Staircase (Interpol remix) 6:48
- 11 Codex Theme #3 1:04
- 12 What Life Brings (Aug 22 mix by Roland Orzabel) 4:16
- 13 The Harmony Codex (long take) Standout 17:02
- 14 Staircase (Radiophonic Workshop remix) 12:37
Disc 3
- 1 Inclination 7:15
- 2 What Life Brings 3:40
- 3 Economies of Scale 4:17
- 4 Impossible Tightrope 10:42
- 5 Rock Bottom 4:25
- 6 Beautiful Scarecrow 5:21
- 7 The Harmony Codex 9:50
- 8 Time Is Running Out 3:57
- 9 Actual Brutal Facts 5:05
- 10 Staircase 9:26
- 11 Inclination (5.1 mix) 7:15
- 12 What Life Brings (5.1 mix) 3:40
- 13 Economies of Scale (5.1 mix) 4:17
- 14 Impossible Tightrope (5.1 mix) 10:42
- 15 Rock Bottom (5.1 mix) 4:25
- 16 Beautiful Scarecrow (5.1 mix) 5:21
- 17 The Harmony Codex (5.1 mix) 9:50
- 18 Time Is Running Out (5.1 mix) 3:57
- 19 Actual Brutal Facts (5.1 mix) 5:05
- 20 Staircase (5.1 mix) 9:26
- 21 Inclination (Atmos mix) 7:15
- 22 What Life Brings (Atmos mix) 3:40
- 23 Economies of Scale (Atmos mix) 4:17
- 24 Impossible Tightrope (Atmos mix) 10:42
- 25 Rock Bottom (Atmos mix) 4:25
- 26 Beautiful Scarecrow (Atmos mix) 5:21
- 27 The Harmony Codex (Atmos mix) 9:50
- 28 Time Is Running Out (Atmos mix) 3:57
- 29 Actual Brutal Facts (Atmos mix) 5:05
- 30 Staircase (Atmos mix) 9:26
- 31 Inclination (instrumental) 7:15
- 32 What Life Brings (instrumental) 3:40
- 33 Economies of Scale (instrumental) 4:17
- 34 Impossible Tightrope (instrumental) 10:42
- 35 Rock Bottom (instrumental) 4:25
- 36 Beautiful Scarecrow (instrumental) 5:21
- 37 The Harmony Codex (instrumental) 9:50
- 38 Time Is Running Out (instrumental) 3:57
- 39 Actual Brutal Facts (instrumental) 5:05
- 40 Staircase (instrumental) 9:26
- 41 Inclination (instrumental 5.1 mix) 7:15
- 42 What Life Brings (instrumental 5.1 mix) 3:40
- 43 Economies of Scale (instrumental 5.1 mix) 4:17
- 44 Impossible Tightrope (instrumental 5.1 mix) 10:42
- 45 Rock Bottom (instrumental 5.1 mix) 4:25
- 46 Beautiful Scarecrow (instrumental 5.1 mix) 5:21
- 47 The Harmony Codex (instrumental 5.1 mix) 9:50
- 48 Time Is Running Out (instrumental 5.1 mix) 3:57
- 49 Actual Brutal Facts (instrumental 5.1 mix) 5:05
- 50 Staircase (instrumental 5.1 mix) 9:26
- 51 Inclination (instrumental Atmos mix) 7:15
- 52 What Life Brings (instrumental Atmos mix) 3:40
- 53 Economies of Scale (instrumental Atmos mix) 4:17
- 54 Impossible Tightrope (instrumental Atmos mix) 10:42
- 55 Rock Bottom (instrumental Atmos mix) 4:25
- 56 Beautiful Scarecrow (instrumental Atmos mix) 5:21
- 57 The Harmony Codex (instrumental Atmos mix) 9:50
- 58 Time Is Running Out (instrumental Atmos mix) 3:57
- 59 Actual Brutal Facts (instrumental Atmos mix) 5:05
- 60 Staircase (instrumental Atmos mix) 9:26
- 61 Economies of Scale (video)
- 62 The Harmony Codex (video)
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