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Waiting for miracles

The Flower Kings

84 min · 15 tracks · progressive rock

A vibrant tapestry of progressive rock, intertwining intricate melodies with heartfelt lyricism and dynamic instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic progression with resolution
  • wave-like pacing for deep listening
  • heartfelt moments of reflection
  • immersive storytelling through music

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, standalone tracks
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2019, 'Waiting for Miracles' is The Flower Kings' thirteenth studio album, following the acclaimed 'Desolation Rose' from 2013. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their position as stalwarts of the progressive rock genre, continuing to evolve while retaining their signature sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Transatlantic· Spock's Beard· Yes

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 House of Cards 1:56
  • 2 Black Flag 7:39
  • 3 Miracles for America 10:03
  • 4 Vertigo 9:59
  • 5 The Bridge 5:30
  • 6 Ascending to the Stars 5:40
  • 7 Wicked Old Symphony 5:46
  • 8 The Rebel Circus 5:49
  • 9 Sleep With the Enemy 6:01
  • 10 The Crowning of Greed 4:48

Disc 2

  • 1 House of Cards Reprise 1:21
  • 2 Spirals 5:06
  • 3 Steampunk 6:31
  • 4 We Were Always Here 7:35
  • 5 Busking at Brobank 0:52

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