Wasteland
Riverside · 2018
50 min · 9 tracks · progressive metal · progressive rock
A haunting blend of atmospheric soundscapes and progressive metal intricacies, echoing themes of despair and resilience.
Why this album works
'Wasteland' received critical acclaim and marked a significant moment in Riverside's evolution, showcasing their ability to blend personal loss with broader societal commentary. The album debuted at No. 2 on the Polish charts and was praised for its emotional depth and musical complexity, further solidifying Riverside's place in the progressive rock genre.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released on September 28, 2018, 'Wasteland' is Riverside's sixth studio album, coming four years after their previous record, 'Love, Fear and the Time Machine.' The album follows the tragic death of bassist Mirek Gil and represents a poignant return for the band as they navigate grief while exploring deeper existential themes in their music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Opeth· Tool· Porcupine Tree
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- ID.Entity — Continues the atmospheric and thematic depth found in Wasteland.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Day After 1:48
- 2 Acid Rain Standout 6:03
- 3 Vale of Tears 4:49
- 4 Guardian Angel 4:24
- 5 Lament 6:11
- 6 The Struggle for Survival Standout 9:32
- 7 River Down Below 5:43
- 8 Wasteland Standout 8:27
- 9 The Night Before 3:59
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