The Mission
Styx · 2017
42 min · 14 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · adult-oriented rock
A space-themed rock opera blending progressive melodies with theatrical narratives and classic Styx harmonies.
Why this album works
'The Mission' debuted at number 6 on the Billboard Top Rock Albums chart, highlighting Styx's enduring commercial appeal. Its ambitious concept and return to songwriting reflect a significant revival for the band, influencing both fans and new listeners alike with its narrative-driven approach.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with narrative peaks theatrical themes and storytelling wave-like pacing for immersion
- Context
- Released in 2017, 'The Mission' marks Styx's first studio album in over a decade, following 2005’s 'Big Bang Theory.' This period saw the band re-establishing their identity while incorporating contemporary themes into their classic sound, as they celebrated their legacy and continued to evolve.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Junichi Inagaki· Omega Tribe· Kansas
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Overture 1:23
- 2 Gone Gone Gone Standout 2:07
- 3 One Hundred Million Miles From Home Standout 3:39
- 4 Trouble at the Big Show 2:30
- 5 Locomotive 5:03
- 6 Radio Silence 4:17
- 7 The Greater Good 4:10
- 8 Time May Bend 2:30
- 9 Ten Thousand Ways 1:22
- 10 Red Storm Standout 6:04
- 11 All Systems Stable 0:17
- 12 Khedive 2:04
- 13 The Outpost 3:51
- 14 Mission to Mars 2:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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