Happiness Is the Road
Marillion · 2008
108 min · 21 tracks · progressive rock · art rock · neo-prog
A reflective journey blending lush soundscapes with introspective lyrics that evoke a sense of longing and discovery.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- reflective journeys through soundscapes wave-like pacing with peaks introspective moments of discovery
- Context
- Released on October 20, 2008, 'Happiness Is the Road' marked Marillion's return to independent music. Following their previous album 'Somewhere Else' in 2007, this release further solidified their evolution in sound and artistic freedom after parting ways with major labels.
- If you like
- progressive rock, art rock, neo-prog
Happiness Is the Road is an album by Marillion, released in 2008. A reflective journey blending lush soundscapes with introspective lyrics that evoke a sense of longing and discovery. The album received critical acclaim for its ambitious structure and lyrical depth, with particular praise from publications like Prog Magazine. It also performed well on the UK Albums Chart, reflecting Marillion's strong fanbase and enduring legacy within the neo-prog genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Happiness Is the Road sound like?
A reflective journey blending lush soundscapes with introspective lyrics that evoke a sense of longing and discovery. Rooted in progressive rock and art rock.
What makes Happiness Is the Road by Marillion notable?
The album received critical acclaim for its ambitious structure and lyrical depth, with particular praise from publications like Prog Magazine. It also performed well on the UK Albums Chart, reflecting Marillion's strong fanbase and enduring legacy within the neo-prog genre. Released on October 20, 2008, 'Happiness Is the Road' marked Marillion's return to independent music. Following their previous album 'Somewhere Else' in 2007, this release further solidified their evolution in sound and artistic freedom after parting ways with major labels.
Who is Happiness Is the Road for?
Happiness Is the Road works well if you're into reflective journeys through soundscapes, wave-like pacing with peaks and introspective moments of discovery.
How many songs are on Happiness Is the Road?
Happiness Is the Road has 21 tracks, running approximately 108 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Dreamy Street 1:57
- 2 This Train Is My Life Standout 4:46
- 3 Essence 6:25
- 4 Wrapped Up in Time 5:01
- 5 Liquidity 2:07
- 6 Nothing Fills the Hole Standout 3:19
- 7 Woke Up 3:35
- 8 Trap the Spark 5:37
- 9 A State of Mind 4:29
- 10 Happiness Is the Road Standout 10:01
- 11 [silence] 1:59
- 12 Half Full Jam 6:47
Disc 2
- 1 Thunder Fly 6:19
- 2 The Man From the Planet Marzipan 7:50
- 3 Asylum Satellite #1 9:27
- 4 Older Than Me 3:07
- 5 Throw Me Out 3:56
- 6 Half the World 5:03
- 7 Whatever Is Wrong With You 4:12
- 8 Especially True 4:32
- 9 Real Tears for Sale 7:34
Release Date
October 20, 2008
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
108 min 14 sec
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