The Serpent Is Rising

Styx

The Serpent Is Rising

RELEASED: October 01, 1973
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Witch Wolf 4:00 2. The Grove of Eglantine 5:01 3. Young Man 4:46 4. As Bad as This 6:11 5. Winner Take All 3:09 6. 22 Years 3:41 7. Jonas Psalter 4:39 8. The Serpent Is Rising 4:53 9. Krakatoa 1:36 10. Hallelujah Chorus 1:31
Historical Archive
The Serpent Is Rising is the fifth studio album by the American rock band Styx, released in 1973. The album features a blend of progressive rock and hard rock, showcasing the band's evolving sound and lyrical themes that delve into mythology and introspection. It includes tracks like 'Lady' and 'The Grove of Eglantine,' which highlight the band's signature harmonies and intricate instrumentation. The album is often noted for its ambitious songwriting and arrangement, contributing to Styx's legacy as one of the prominent rock bands of the 1970s.