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Wounded Land

Threshold · 1993

57 min · 8 tracks · progressive metal

A complex tapestry of progressive metal intertwining melodies and intricate rhythms with philosophical themes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady progression with resolution
  • thought-provoking themes throughout
  • immersive journey for deep listening
  • reflective moments of introspection

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification
  • seek short standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1993, 'Wounded Land' marks Threshold's second album following their debut, 'Wounded Land,' in 1992. At this point, the band was carving out their identity within the progressive metal scene, honing their sound and lyrical depth that would come to define their career.
Stylistic neighbors
Symphony X· Dream Theater· Fates Warning

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Consume to Live 8:13
  • 2 Days of Dearth 5:28
  • 3 Sanity’s End 10:23
  • 4 Paradox 7:17
  • 5 Surface to Air 10:16
  • 6 Mother Earth 5:54
  • 7 Siege of Baghdad 7:44
  • 8 Keep It With Mine 2:27

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