Visions
Haken · 2011
71 min · 8 tracks · progressive metal · progressive rock
A labyrinth of intricate rhythms and soaring melodies that challenge the boundaries of progressive metal.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released on October 25, 2011, 'Visions' was Haken's second studio album following their debut, 'Aquarius.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the progressive metal scene after receiving positive feedback from critics on their first release.
- If you like
- progressive metal, progressive rock
Visions is an album by Haken, released in 2011. A labyrinth of intricate rhythms and soaring melodies that challenge the boundaries of progressive metal. 'Visions' garnered critical acclaim for its ambitious composition and complex arrangements, establishing Haken as a significant player in the progressive metal genre. The album's standout track, 'Visions,' is noted for its length and elaborate structure, contributing to the band's rising profile and influence within underground metal circles. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Visions sound like?
A labyrinth of intricate rhythms and soaring melodies that challenge the boundaries of progressive metal. Rooted in progressive metal and progressive rock.
What makes Visions by Haken notable?
'Visions' garnered critical acclaim for its ambitious composition and complex arrangements, establishing Haken as a significant player in the progressive metal genre. The album's standout track, 'Visions,' is noted for its length and elaborate structure, contributing to the band's rising profile and influence within underground metal circles. Released on October 25, 2011, 'Visions' was Haken's second studio album following their debut, 'Aquarius.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the progressive metal scene after receiving positive feedback from critics on their first release.
Who is Visions for?
Visions works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and gradual builds and payoffs.
How many songs are on Visions?
Visions has 8 tracks, running approximately 71 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Premonition 4:09
- 2 Nocturnal Conspiracy Standout 13:07
- 3 Insomnia 6:05
- 4 The Mind’s Eye 4:04
- 5 Portals 5:27
- 6 Shapeshifter 8:07
- 7 Deathless Standout 8:04
- 8 Visions Standout 22:25
Release Date
October 25, 2011
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
71 min 28 sec
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