V: The New Mythology Suite
Symphony X · 2000
63 min · 13 tracks · progressive metal
Complex arrangements blend symphonic elements with intricate guitar work, crafting a narrative-driven metal odyssey.
Top tracks — play these first
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Evolution (The Grand Design) — This track sets the thematic foundation for the album with its dynamic shifts and philosophical lyrics, encapsulating the overall narrative journey.
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Communion and the Oracle — With its epic length and dramatic instrumentation, this track exemplifies the band's ability to weave complex musical motifs into an engaging story.
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Rediscovery, Part II: The New Mythology — The closing track serves as a culmination of the album's themes, featuring orchestral elements that elevate the emotional weight of the narrative.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's intricate arrangements and cohesive narrative structure highlight its strong compositional and production qualities.
What we noticed
- The album features multiple extended tracks, with several exceeding eight minutes, allowing for complex musical themes to develop.
- Guitar solos are prominent and intricately woven into the arrangements, often juxtaposed with orchestral elements.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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9/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- dynamic journey with resolution
- epic orchestration and guitar work
- mythological themes and narratives
- wave-like pacing throughout session
Maybe skip if you
- prefer standalone quick tracks
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2000, V: The New Mythology Suite is Symphony X's fifth studio album and showcases their established sound after the success of their previous record, The Divine Wings of Tragedy. By this time, they had solidified their place within the progressive metal genre, gaining a loyal following and critical acclaim for their technical prowess and ambitious compositions.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dream Theater· Fates Warning· Nightwish
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Prelude 1:09
- 2 Evolution (The Grand Design) 5:22
- 3 Fallen 5:52
- 4 Transcendence (Segue) 0:40
- 5 Communion and the Oracle 7:47
- 6 The Bird-Serpent War / Cataclysm 4:03
- 7 On the Breath of Poseidon (Segue) 3:03
- 8 Egypt 7:06
- 9 The Death of Balance / Lacrymosa 3:44
- 10 Absence of Light 5:00
- 11 A Fool’s Paradise 5:50
- 12 Rediscovery (Segue) 1:26
- 13 Rediscovery, Part II: The New Mythology 12:01
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