A monumental concept work of progressive metal, depicting a sophisticated story and profound sound.
This Seattle-based band has crafted an epic story centered around drug addict Nicky, and dramatically unfolded it into a progressive metal masterpiece with a collection of songs including a Grammy-nominated track.
This masterpiece, with its vivid narrative of political intrigue, love, and a wandering spiritual world, encapsulates Queensryche's intellectual and sharp metal expression. Geoff Tate's expressive vocals and Chris DeGarmo's meticulous guitar work support the narrative tension, weaving each song into a cinematic experience. The album also received high praise, with "I Don't Believe in Love" being nominated for a Grammy Award, and the band's singles have elevated their status to new heights. The dramatic development of "Eyes of a Stranger" is also symbolic, making this a monumental concept album that stands out for its balance of heaviness and sophistication.
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15 TRACKS:
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1)
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I Remember Now
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2)
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Anarchy-X
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3)
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Revolution Calling
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4)
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Operation: Mindcrime
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5)
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Speak
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6)
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Spreading The Disease
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7)
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The Mission
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8)
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Suite Sister Mary
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9)
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The Needle Lies
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10)
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Electric Requiem
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11)
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Breaking The Silence
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12)
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I Don't Believe In Love
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13)
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Waiting For 22
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14)
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My Empty Room
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15)
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Eyes Of A Stranger
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Bass Guitar [Bass Guitars] - Eddie Jackson
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Booking [Booked In England And Europe By] - Rod MacSween
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Booking [Booked In North America By] - Jeff Rowland (2)
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Booking [Booking Agency England And Europe] - ITB
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Booking [Booking Agency North America] - I.C.M.
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Choir, Cello [Choir And Cellos By] - Michael "Archduke Of Darkness" Kamen
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Conductor [Gang Vocals Conducted By] - Snakemeister
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Design - Reiner Design Consultants
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Drums, Percussion - Scott Rockenfield
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Electric Guitar [Electric 6-string], 12-String Acoustic Guitar [Acoustic 12-string], Acoustic Guitar [Acoustic 6-string], Electric Guitar [Stereo Ripley Guitar] - Michael Wilton
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Electric Guitar [Electric 6-string], 12-String Acoustic Guitar [Acoustic 12-string], Acoustic Guitar [Acoustic 6-string], Lap Steel Guitar, Guitar Synthesizer [GK-1 Synth Guitar] - Chris DeGarmo
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Engineer [Assistant At Kajem/Victory] - Jim Campbell (2)
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Engineer [Assistant at Le Studio] - Glen "The Snake" Robinson
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Engineer [Assistant at Le Studio] - Paul Milner
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Engineer [At Kajem/Victory] - James "Jimbo" Barton
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Engineer [At Le Studio] - Paul Northfield
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Management - Q Prime Inc.
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Mastered By - Bob Ludwig
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Mixed By - James "Jimbo" Barton
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Mixed By [Assisted By] - Ronald Prent
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Photography By [Band And Principal Photography By] - Robert Andrew (2)
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Producer - Peter Collins
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Vocals [Gang Vocals] - The Moronic Monks of Morin Heights
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Voice Actor [Dr. X Played By] - Anthony Valentine
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Voice Actor [News Anchorman Played] - Mike Snyder
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Voice Actor [Nurse Played By] - Debbie Wheeler
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Voice Actor [Preacher Played By] - Scott Mateer
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Voice Actor [Sister Mary Played By] - Pamela Moore
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Voice [Voices], Keyboards, Whistling [Whistles], Sounds [Blurbs] - Geoff Tate
