The Time Machine cover

The Time Machine

Alan Parsons · 1999

55 min · 13 tracks · pop rock · progressive rock

A sonic journey blending lush melodies with intricate arrangements, exploring themes of time and existence.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with resolution
  • sonic exploration of existence themes
  • engaging in-order listening experience
  • lush melodies inviting deep reflection
  • dynamic journey through time concepts

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer standalone hit tracks
  • seek immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1999, 'The Time Machine' marked Alan Parsons' return after a six-year hiatus since his previous album, 'Try Anything Once' (1993). This album showcases Parsons' continued evolution as a producer and artist, utilizing modern digital techniques while maintaining his signature progressive rock sound. It also reflects his ongoing exploration of conceptual themes, particularly the nature of time.
Stylistic neighbors
Pink Floyd· Yes· Genesis

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Time Machine, Part 1 4:54
  • 2 Temporalia 1:00
  • 3 Out of the Blue 4:54
  • 4 Call Up 5:14
  • 5 Ignorance Is Bliss 6:45
  • 6 Rubber Universe 3:52
  • 7 The Call of the Wild 5:22
  • 8 No Future in the Past 4:46
  • 9 Press Rewind 4:20
  • 10 The Very Last Time 3:42
  • 11 Far Ago and Long Away 5:15
  • 12 The Time Machine, Part 2 1:49
  • 13 The Time Machine (Dr. Evil edit) 3:23

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