Comes in a 6-panel Digipak with clear trays and 26-page booklet. "Epilogue" is a bonus track. Info from booklet (Disc 1): Recorded in March-July 2000. Mixed June 2019-July 2020. Mastered July-August 2020.
Pain Of Salvation's "The Perfect Element Pt. 1" is a landmark album in progressive metal, originally released in 2000. Now, the Anniversary Edition (2CD) offers fans a fresh way to experience this classic. Remastered for superior sound quality and packed with bonus content, this edition is a must-have for both longtime fans and newcomers to the band's unique sound.
This special 2CD release celebrates 20 years of "The Perfect Element Pt. 1" with:
The careful remastering preserves the album's raw emotional power while bringing out details that were less audible in the original mix.
"The Perfect Element Pt. 1" showcases Pain Of Salvation at their creative peak:
Standout tracks include "Ashes," "Morning on Earth," and the epic title track "The Perfect Element."
The Anniversary Edition offers compelling reasons to upgrade your collection:
If you enjoy bands like Dream Theater, Opeth, or Tool, this album belongs in your collection. Pain Of Salvation's unique approach combines:
The Anniversary Edition makes this already exceptional album even more rewarding to explore.
"The Perfect Element Pt. 1" Anniversary Edition is more than just a reissue - it's the definitive version of a progressive metal classic. Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering Pain Of Salvation for the first time, this 2CD set offers the best way to experience one of the genre's most important albums. Order your copy today and immerse yourself in this musical masterpiece.
| # | Track Title | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | As These Two Desolate Worlds Collide (First Part) | --:-- |
| 2 | It All Catches Up With You When You Slow Down (Second Part - I) | --:-- |
| 3 | It All Catches Up With You When You Slow Down (Second Part - II) | --:-- |
| 4 | Far Beyond The Point Of No Return (Third Part) | --:-- |
| Bonus CD | ||
| 2-1 | Used (Live 2018) | --:-- |
| 2-2 | Ashes (Live 2017) | --:-- |
| 2-3 | Falling (Live 2018) | --:-- |
| 2-4 | The Perfect Element (Live 2018) | --:-- |
| 2-5 | Her Voices (And Only That) | --:-- |
| 2-6 | Absolut Kromata | --:-- |
| 2-7 | Ashes (Your Language Here) | --:-- |