Tour Kaputt
140 min · 13 tracks · progressive rock
A sprawling odyssey of progressive rock that blends intricate musicianship with expansive sonic landscapes.
Why this album works
'Tour Kaputt' is notable for its critical reception, with many reviewers praising its complex structures and emotional depth. It solidified The Flower Kings' status as leading figures in the progressive rock revival of the late 1990s, influencing many contemporary and future bands within the genre.
- Best for
- sprawling odyssey for deep listening gradual build with late climax immersive headphone detail exploration
- Context
- Released in 1997, 'Tour Kaputt' was The Flower Kings' fifth studio album, showcasing their continued evolution in the progressive rock scene. This album came after the critically acclaimed 'Stardust We Are,' marking a period where they solidified their reputation for ambitious compositions and lush arrangements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tool· Porcupine Tree· IQ
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Love Is the Only Answer Standout 27:24
- 2 There Is More to This World 10:23
- 3 Retropolis 13:11
- 4 Trading My Soul 6:35
- 5 Hudson River Sirens Call 8:39
- 6 I Am the Sun Standout 12:37
Disc 2
- 1 Life in Motion 12:36
- 2 Brimstone Flight 999 5:45
- 3 Babylon 3:53
- 4 Stardust We Are Standout 4:59
- 5 What If God Is Alone 8:27
- 6 Blade of Cain 6:31
- 7 The Sum of No Reason 18:58
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