The Final Experiment

Ayreon's debut studio album, "The Final Experiment," released on October 27, 1995, is a groundbreaking work in the realms of progressive metal, progressive rock, symphonic metal, power metal, and symphonic rock. This ambitious project, spanning an impressive 1 hour and 48 minutes, is a testament to the creative vision of Ayreon, the Dutch progressive metal project. The album features a diverse tracklist, including standout songs like "Eyes Of Time," "Sail Away To Avalon," and "Merlin's Will," showcasing a blend of intricate musicianship and captivating storytelling. The Special Edition of the album, released in 2005, includes a bonus disc of newly recorded semi-acoustic versions of select tracks, offering a fresh perspective on the original material. With its rich, layered compositions and epic scope, "The Final Experiment" is a seminal work that has left a lasting impact on the progressive metal genre.