Colors
Between the Buried and Me · 2007
64 min · 8 tracks · progressive metal · metalcore
A complex tapestry of progressive metal intricacies interwoven with relentless aggression and melodic interludes.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released on September 18, 2007, 'Colors' is Between the Buried and Me's fourth studio album, following their 2005 release 'Alaska'. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their reputation within the progressive metal scene, showcasing a significant evolution in their songwriting and technical abilities.
- If you like
- progressive metal, metalcore
Colors is an album by Between the Buried and Me, released in 2007. A complex tapestry of progressive metal intricacies interwoven with relentless aggression and melodic interludes. 'Colors' received widespread critical acclaim, often cited as a landmark album that pushed the boundaries of metalcore and progressive music. Its ambitious structure and innovative sound influenced a generation of musicians and contributed to the band's rise as leaders in the genre, resulting in high chart placements and recognition from major publications. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Colors sound like?
A complex tapestry of progressive metal intricacies interwoven with relentless aggression and melodic interludes. Rooted in progressive metal and metalcore.
What makes Colors by Between the Buried and Me notable?
'Colors' received widespread critical acclaim, often cited as a landmark album that pushed the boundaries of metalcore and progressive music. Its ambitious structure and innovative sound influenced a generation of musicians and contributed to the band's rise as leaders in the genre, resulting in high chart placements and recognition from major publications. Released on September 18, 2007, 'Colors' is Between the Buried and Me's fourth studio album, following their 2005 release 'Alaska'. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their reputation within the progressive metal scene, showcasing a significant evolution in their songwriting and technical abilities.
Who is Colors for?
Colors works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and gradual builds and payoffs.
How many songs are on Colors?
Colors has 8 tracks, running approximately 64 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Foam Born (A) The Backtrack Standout 2:13
- 2 (B) The Decade of Statues 5:20
- 3 Informal Gluttony 6:47
- 4 Sun of Nothing Standout 10:58
- 5 Ants of the Sky 13:10
- 6 Prequel to the Sequel 8:36
- 7 Viridian 2:51
- 8 White Walls Standout 14:13
Release Date
September 18, 2007
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
64 min 12 sec
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