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The Parallax II: Future Sequence

Between the Buried and Me · 2012

72 min · 12 tracks · progressive metal · metalcore

A sprawling journey through intricate melodies and aggressive metal, merging emotional depth with technical prowess.

Why this album works

Best for
dynamic journey with emotional depth wave-like pacing that rewards patience immersive experience for focused listening
Context
Released on October 9, 2012, 'The Parallax II: Future Sequence' is Between the Buried and Me's sixth studio album, following their 2009 release 'The Great Misdirect.' This album marks a significant evolution in their sound as they further explore complex song structures and thematic concepts, solidifying their position within the progressive metal scene.
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progressive metal, metalcore

The Parallax II: Future Sequence is an album by Between the Buried and Me, released in 2012. A sprawling journey through intricate melodies and aggressive metal, merging emotional depth with technical prowess. 'The Parallax II: Future Sequence' received widespread acclaim upon release, debuting at number 22 on the Billboard 200 chart. It has since been recognized for its ambitious narrative cohesion and technical musicianship, influencing subsequent progressive metal bands and earning a place in discussions around concept albums. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Parallax II: Future Sequence sound like?

A sprawling journey through intricate melodies and aggressive metal, merging emotional depth with technical prowess. Rooted in progressive metal and metalcore.

What makes The Parallax II: Future Sequence by Between the Buried and Me notable?

'The Parallax II: Future Sequence' received widespread acclaim upon release, debuting at number 22 on the Billboard 200 chart. It has since been recognized for its ambitious narrative cohesion and technical musicianship, influencing subsequent progressive metal bands and earning a place in discussions around concept albums. Released on October 9, 2012, 'The Parallax II: Future Sequence' is Between the Buried and Me's sixth studio album, following their 2009 release 'The Great Misdirect.' This album marks a significant evolution in their sound as they further explore complex song structures and thematic concepts, solidifying their position within the progressive metal scene.

Who is The Parallax II: Future Sequence for?

The Parallax II: Future Sequence works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional depth, wave-like pacing that rewards patience and immersive experience for focused listening.

How many songs are on The Parallax II: Future Sequence?

The Parallax II: Future Sequence has 12 tracks, running approximately 72 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·72:38

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

  • 1 Goodbye to Everything 1:39
  • 2 Astral Body Standout 5:01
  • 3 Lay Your Ghosts to Rest 10:02
  • 4 Autumn 1:17
  • 5 Extremophile Elite Standout 9:58
  • 6 Parallax 1:15
  • 7 The Black Box 2:10
  • 8 Telos 9:45
  • 9 Bloom 3:28
  • 10 Melting City 10:19
  • 11 Silent Flight Parliament Standout 15:09
  • 12 Goodbye to Everything Reprise 2:29

Release Date

October 9, 2012

Genre

metalcore, progressive metal

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

72 min 38 sec