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Triptych

The Tea Party · 1999

51 min · 13 tracks · progressive rock

A haunting blend of dark, brooding melodies and intricate instrumentation that evokes spiritual introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • atmospheric background focus

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1999, 'Triptych' was The Tea Party's fourth studio album and marked a significant point following their commercial success with 'Transmission'. At this stage, the band was solidifying their presence in the Canadian rock scene while exploring deeper, darker themes influenced by Eastern mysticism.
Stylistic neighbors
Porcupine Tree· Anathema· Opeth

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Touch 3:57
  • 2 Underground 3:41
  • 3 Great Big Lie 3:50
  • 4 Heaven Coming Down 4:01
  • 5 The Halcyon Days 5:57
  • 6 The Messenger 3:32
  • 7 Samsara 3:56
  • 8 A Slight Attack 3:15
  • 9 Taking Me Away 5:02
  • 10 These Living Arms 5:05
  • 11 Chimera 4:29
  • 12 Gone 3:35
  • 13 [untitled] 1:02

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