Transitus

Ayreon

Transitus

RELEASED: September 25, 2020
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. Fatum Horrificum: A) Graveyard / B) 1884 / C) Daniel and Abby / D) Fatum / E) Why?! / F) Guilty 10:23 2. Daniel’s Descent Into Transitus 2:40 3. Listen to My Story 4:02 4. Two Worlds Now One 4:05 5. Talk of the Town 5:21 6. Old Friend 1:41 7. Dumb Piece of Rock 4:13 8. Get Out! Now! 5:02 9. Seven Days, Seven Nights 1:27
Transitus is a rock opera album by the Dutch progressive metal project Ayreon, created by Arjen Anthony Lucassen. Released in 2020, the album weaves a complex narrative that revolves around themes of love, loss, and the afterlife, featuring a diverse cast of vocalists and musicians. Musically, it blends elements of progressive rock, metal, and symphonic music, creating a rich soundscape that enhances its storytelling. The album is notable for its cinematic quality and intricate compositions, showcasing Lucassen's signature style of combining various musical genres and elaborate storytelling.