The World Is a Game
Mystery · 2012
59 min · 8 tracks · progressive rock
A tapestry of intricate melodies and shifting rhythms that weave together themes of time, introspection, and cosmic wonder.
Top tracks — play these first
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Pride — This track features soaring melodies intertwined with complex time signatures, encapsulating the band’s signature blend of technical prowess and emotive storytelling.
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The World Is a Game — The title track serves as a centerpiece, merging philosophical lyrics with intricate instrumentation that reflects the album's overarching themes of existence and illusion.
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Another Day — Spanning nearly twenty minutes, this epic composition showcases the band's ability to craft a compelling narrative through dynamic shifts in tempo and mood, making it a standout piece.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- gradual builds and payoffs
- contemplative reflective moods
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on August 10, 2012, The World Is a Game is Mystery's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed album Beneath the Veil of Winter. At this point in their career, the band had established themselves within the progressive rock scene, continuing to refine their sound while exploring new lyrical depths and complex compositions.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Symphony X· Transatlantic· The Flower Kings
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 A Morning Rise 1:18
- 2 Pride 11:28
- 3 Superstar 6:59
- 4 The Unwinding of Time 0:49
- 5 The World Is a Game 7:57
- 6 Dear Someone 6:21
- 7 Time Goes By 6:04
- 8 Another Day 19:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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