| A Sceptic's Universe | |
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| Studio album by | |
| Released | Japan: December 16, 1999, International: January 18, 2000 |
| Genre | Progressive metal |
| Length | 43:48 |
| Label | Sensory |
| Producer | Neil Kernon |
A Sceptic's Universe is the debut and sole album by Norwegian progressive metal band Spiral Architect. It was recorded and mixed by Neil Kernon.
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Spinning" | 3:23 |
| 2. | "Excessit" | 6:14 |
| 3. | "Moving Spirit" | 3:44 |
| 4. | "Occam's Razor" | 1:33 |
| 5. | "Insect" | 5:54 |
| 6. | "Cloud Constructor" | 5:25 |
| 7. | "Conjuring Collapse" | 6:31 |
| 8. | "Adaptability" | 4:34 |
| 9. | "Fountainhead" | 6:30 |
| Total length: | 43:48 | |
Japanese bonus track: "Prelude to Ruin" (Fates Warning cover) (07:34)
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A Sceptic's Universe at Discogs (list of releases)
