Mercury Rev – All Is Dream (2001) is a lush, dreamlike journey that builds on the cinematic grandeur of Deserter’s Songs while leaning into darker, more orchestral territory. Jonathan Donahue’s ethereal vocals float over sweeping strings, shimmering keys, and layered guitars, creating a rich, immersive sound. Tracks like The Dark Is Rising and Little Rhymes feel like haunting fairy tales, while Nite and Fog and Lincoln’s Eyes weave melancholic beauty with psychedelic textures. Emotionally intense and sonically expansive, All Is Dream is an ambitious, symphonic indie rock masterpiece that feels both intimate and otherworldly.