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Coal

Leprous · 2013

60 min · 9 tracks · progressive metal

A haunting blend of intricate musicianship and emotional vulnerability that redefines progressive metal.

Coal is an album by Leprous, released in 2013. A haunting blend of intricate musicianship and emotional vulnerability that redefines progressive metal. The album garnered critical acclaim for its artistic ambition, charting at number 14 on the Norwegian charts. It marked a significant evolution in the band's sound, influencing a wave of progressive metal artists looking to combine atmospheric elements with heavy instrumentation. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Coal sound like?

A haunting blend of intricate musicianship and emotional vulnerability that redefines progressive metal. Rooted in progressive metal.

What makes Coal by Leprous notable?

The album garnered critical acclaim for its artistic ambition, charting at number 14 on the Norwegian charts. It marked a significant evolution in the band's sound, influencing a wave of progressive metal artists looking to combine atmospheric elements with heavy instrumentation. By the time 'Coal' was released in 2013, Leprous had already established themselves as a prominent force in the progressive metal scene with their previous album, 'Bilateral'. This third studio effort came after extensive touring, which honed their live performance skills and allowed them to explore deeper lyrical themes and complex arrangements.

How many songs are on Coal?

Coal has 9 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.

Tracklist

9 tracks·60:39

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Foe Standout 5:15
  • 2 Chronic 7:20
  • 3 Coal Standout 6:50
  • 4 The Cloak 4:09
  • 5 The Valley 9:00
  • 6 Salt 4:30
  • 7 Echo Standout 9:42
  • 8 Contaminate Me 9:04
  • 9 Bury 4:46

Release Date

May 20, 2013

Genre

progressive metal

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Artist Origin

Norway

Runtime

60 min 39 sec