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The Stage

Avenged Sevenfold · 2016

73 min · 11 tracks · heavy metal · progressive metal · metalcore

A sprawling narrative of heavy metal that intertwines progressive elements with intricate arrangements and thought-provoking themes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • gradual build to emotional climax
  • thought-provoking themes throughout journey
  • immersive narrative that unfolds slowly
  • dynamic shifts in pacing
  • introspective moments of reflection

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, standalone tracks
  • seek immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 28, 2016, 'The Stage' is Avenged Sevenfold's seventh studio album, following their previous release 'Hail to the King' in 2013. This album marks a significant evolution in their sound as they embraced more complex structures and lyrical themes, particularly around technology and mortality, after a period of mourning for their late drummer, The Rev.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Stage 8:32
  • 2 Paradigm 4:18
  • 3 Sunny Disposition 6:41
  • 4 God Damn 3:41
  • 5 Creating God 5:34
  • 6 Angels 5:40
  • 7 Simulation 5:30
  • 8 Higher 6:28
  • 9 Roman Sky 5:00
  • 10 Fermi Paradox 6:30
  • 11 Exist 15:41

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