Released 18 years ago this October
Colors Live
Between the Buried and Me · 2008
181 min · 22 tracks · progressive metal
A dazzling display of technical prowess, blending intricate melodies with aggressive rhythms in a seamless live performance.
Top tracks — play these first
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Ants of the Sky — This track exemplifies the band's unique blend of melodic elements and intense instrumentation, showcasing their ability to shift seamlessly between soft and heavy passages.
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White Walls — As one of the most popular songs from Colors, its live version captures a climactic emotional journey that resonates deeply with audiences, making it a highlight.
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Sun of Nothing — The expansive composition features dynamic shifts and lyrical depth, representing the band's signature style and engaging listeners through its intricate storytelling.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate compositions and exceptional musicianship, though its cohesion is affected by repeated tracks.
What we noticed
- The album features a continuous flow of tracks, with seamless transitions that maintain the energy of the live performance.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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9/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long immersive listening sessions
- wave-like pacing and builds
- intricate rhythmic exploration
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Colors Live is a pivotal moment in Between the Buried and Me's career, following their critically acclaimed studio album Colors from 2007. This live recording showcases their growth as a band and captures the energy of their performances while solidifying their reputation within the progressive metal scene. By this point, they had already established themselves as innovators, blending metalcore with complex song structures.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Contortionist· Animals as Leaders· Periphery
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Sun of Nothing
The narrative shifts from introspection to an outward critique of existence amid cosmic imagery.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Foam Born (A) The Backtrack 3:12
- 2 (B) The Decade of Statues 5:20
- 3 Informal Gluttony 6:47
- 4 Sun of Nothing 10:59
- 5 Ants of the Sky 13:10
- 6 Prequel to the Sequel 9:08
- 7 Viridian 2:05
- 8 White Walls 15:31
Disc 2
- 1 Foam Born (A) The Backtrack 2:56
- 2 (B) The Decade of Statues 5:19
- 3 Informal Gluttony 6:49
- 4 Sun of Nothing 11:02
- 5 Ants of the Sky 13:07
- 6 Prequel to the Sequel 8:38
- 7 Viridian 3:16
- 8 White Walls 15:12
- 9 Mordecai 5:34
- 10 Shevanel Cut a Flip 6:56
- 11 Backwards Marathon 9:02
- 12 Ad a Dglgmut 8:58
- 13 Aspirations 6:35
- 14 Selkies: The Endless Obsession 11:55
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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