The Middle Earth Album
Glass Hammer · 2001
45 min · 13 tracks · progressive rock
An adventurous blend of symphonic rock and fantasy storytelling, invoking epic landscapes and mythical creatures.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady narrative with immersive storytelling
- adventurous soundscapes for exploration
- fantasy themes for imaginative listeners
- engaging tales for focused listening
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer standalone tracks over flow
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2001, Glass Hammer released The Middle Earth Album as their fifth studio effort, showcasing their deepening connection to progressive rock. This album followed their critically acclaimed work, Chronometree (1999), further solidifying their position in the genre while exploring themes inspired by J.R.R. Tolkien's literature.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Flower Kings· Spock's Beard· Yes
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Elrenn and Endereth 2:32
- 2 The Old Troll 1:56
- 3 The Old Troll and the Maiden 5:57
- 4 Dwarf and Orc 3:53
- 5 The King’s Beer 2:40
- 6 The Ballad of Balin Longbeard 4:11
- 7 The Man in the Wood 3:28
- 8 Mirkwood 2:13
- 9 As I Walk 2:35
- 10 The Last Ship 2:40
- 11 Mithrandir (This Fading Age) 5:09
- 12 Sweet Goldberry 4:49
- 13 No Crown for Balin 3:06
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