The Parallax II: Future Sequence cover

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional depth
  • wave-like pacing that rewards patience
  • immersive experience for focused listening
  • explorative soundscapes and intricate melodies

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, immediate gratification
  • avoid lengthy, complex compositions

Where this album fits

Career 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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Goodbye to Everything 1:39
  • 2 Astral Body 5:01
  • 3 Lay Your Ghosts to Rest 10:02
  • 4 Autumn 1:17
  • 5 Extremophile Elite 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 15:09
  • 12 Goodbye to Everything Reprise 2:29

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