Out of the Silent Planet (1988)

About this title: After nearly a decade struggling for recognition, Houston's King's X finally obtained a record deal with Megaforce Records, issuing their debut Out of the Silent Planet in 1988. The band's unique sound combines Beatles-esque vocal harmonies and melodies with heavy guitars, complex arrangements, and singer Doug Pinnick's incredible, gospel-tinged voice. After the space age intro of "In the New Age," one is swept away by the ethereal beauty of album highlights "Goldilox," and the driving "King," where the band comes closest to revealing their Christian beliefs. The drum intro and main riff of ... read more

Tracks:

1. In the New Age [Pinnick/Tabor/Gaski]
2. Goldilox [Pinnick/Tabor/Gaski]
3. Power of Love [Pinnick/Tabor/Gaski]
4. Wonder [Pinnick/Tabor/Gaski]
5. Sometimes [Pinnick/Tabor/Gaski]
6. King [Pinnick/Tabor/Gaski]
7. What Is This? [Pinnick/Tabor/Gaski]
8. Far, Far Away [Pinnick/Tabor/Gaski]
9. Shot of Love [Pinnick/Tabor/Gaski]
10. Visions [Pinnick/Tabor/Gaski]

Note: This is a general synopsis. Each listing is further described below.