The Serpent Is Rising
Styx · 1973
38 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · adult-oriented rock
A blend of progressive rock and hard rock, layered with orchestral elements and introspective lyrics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow with reflective moments
- introspective lyrics for deep thinking
- short tracks for varied pacing
- engaging storytelling throughout album
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid lengthy lyrical exploration
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1973, 'The Serpent Is Rising' was Styx's third studio album, following their self-titled debut and the more polished 'Lady.' At this stage, the band was evolving from their early hard rock roots towards a more ambitious, progressive sound that would define their later work. This album marked an important transitional phase as they sought to refine their musical identity.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Witch Wolf 3:57
- 2 The Grove of Eglantine 4:51
- 3 Young Man 4:46
- 4 As Bad as This 6:08
- 5 Winner Take All 2:58
- 6 22 Years 3:37
- 7 Jonas Psalter 4:41
- 8 The Serpent Is Rising 4:50
- 9 Krakatoa 1:36
- 10 Hallelujah Chorus 1:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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