The Seer
Tarja Turunen · 2009
49 min · 11 tracks · classical · power metal · traditional heavy metal
A lush blend of operatic vocals and symphonic metal, echoing Tarja's theatrical prowess.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- theatrical peaks and valleys
- steady pacing throughout experience
- immersive live performance energy
- evocative storytelling through sound
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- dislike operatic vocal styles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2009, 'The Seer' marks Tarja Turunen's first EP following her departure from Nightwish in 2005. This period is crucial as she was establishing her solo identity and diversifying her sound beyond the symphonic metal roots of her previous band.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nightwish· Within Temptation· Epica
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Seer (feat. Doro Pesch) 4:24
- 2 Lost Northern Star (Tägtgren remix) 4:38
- 3 The Reign (Scoremix) 4:47
- 4 Die Alive (alternative version) 4:10
- 5 Boy and the Ghost (Izumix) 4:16
- 6 Calling Grace (full version) 3:21
- 7 Lost Northern Star (ambience sub low mix) 4:58
- 8 Damned and Divine (live) 5:48
- 9 You Would Have Loved This (live) 4:06
- 10 Our Great Divide (live) 5:18
- 11 Ciarán's Well (live) 3:48
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