Turbulence
Steve Howe · 1991
38 min · 10 tracks · progressive rock
Intricate guitar work and ethereal melodies blend seamlessly into a progressive tapestry of sound and emotion.
Top tracks — play these first
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Turbulence — The title track encapsulates the album's thematic essence, blending complex arrangements with emotionally charged guitar solos that highlight Howe's technical prowess.
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Running the Human Race — This track stands out for its reflective lyrics and dynamic shifts, illustrating Howe's ability to marry lyrical depth with intricate instrumental work.
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While Rome's Burning — With its haunting melodies and evocative atmosphere, this song exemplifies Howe’s exploration of darker themes, adding emotional weight to the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features intricate guitar work and varied structures, appealing to progressive rock fans.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features layered guitar harmonies and shifts in dynamics, setting a complex tone.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective acoustic moments
- short bursts of reflection
- technical mastery in melodies
- engaging soundscapes for focus
Maybe skip if you
- seeking long, sprawling epics
- prefer straightforward, catchy tunes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1991, Turbulence marked Steve Howe's fourth solo album, showcasing his distinctive guitar style after his tenure with Yes. This album came during a period when Howe was exploring more personal and introspective musical themes, following the band's commercial peak in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Turbulence 4:59
- 2 Hint Hint 3:28
- 3 Running the Human Race 4:23
- 4 The Inner Battle 3:31
- 5 Novalis 2:26
- 6 Fine Line 3:25
- 7 Sensitive Chaos 4:24
- 8 Corkscrew 3:58
- 9 While Rome's Burning 4:25
- 10 From a Place Where Time Runs Slow 3:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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