When “Operation: Mindcrime” came out in 1988, it raised the bar for heavy metal. It changed the rules. With its cinematic storyline, razor-sharp political commentary and progressive musical ambition Queensrÿche magnum opus became one of the most influential concept albums…
Today in Metal History – April 23rd April 23rd 1976 Budgie – “If I Were Brittania I’d Waive the Rules” “If I Were Brittania I’d Waive the Rules” is the sixth studio album by Welsh heavy metal band Budgie. “Black…
Today in Metal History – January 14th January 14th 1980 Rush – “Permanent Waves” “Permanent Waves” is the seventh studio album by Canadian hard rock band Rush. “Spirit of Radio” an iconic track with innovative riffs and timeless lyrics from…
History: Released in 1988 “Eyes of a Stranger” is the closing track of Queensrÿche groundbreaking concept album “Operation: Mindcrime”. This song serves as the emotional and dramatic finale to the album story. Which revolves around themes of manipulation, revolution, betrayal…
Few bands in the progressive metal genre have been as successful as Queensrÿche in combining complex songwriting with gripping storyline. Since its formation in Bellevue, Washington in 1982 Queensrÿche has grown to become a major force in the metal genre,…
