The best Unexpect albums
4 records, ordered by how much they reward a first listen — not by chart position.
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In a Flesh Aquarium
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1
Fables of the Sleepless Empire
2011
A chaotic blend of progressive metal, jazz, and orchestral elements that challenges the boundaries of genre.
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2
Utopia
1999
A chaotic blend of progressive metal, classical influences, and avant-garde experimentation that challenges conventional song structures.
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3
In a Flesh Aquarium
2006
A chaotic blend of progressive metal, jazz, and operatic elements creates an intricate sonic tapestry full of unexpected twists.
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4
_wE, Invaders
2003