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Coma Ecliptic

Between the Buried and Me · 2015

68 min · 11 tracks · progressive metal · metalcore

A conceptual journey blending progressive metal with atmospheric soundscapes and intricate compositions that challenge traditional song structures.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • intricate compositions for detail seekers
  • immersive experience for focused listening
  • wave-like pacing with contrasts
  • conceptual narrative invites deep reflection

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking straightforward, quick songs
  • prefer instant gratification over depth

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on July 10, 2015, 'Coma Ecliptic' is Between the Buried and Me's seventh studio album, following their acclaimed release 'The Parallax II: Future Sequence'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation for ambitious storytelling and complex musical arrangements, showcasing a mature sound that further pushed the boundaries of progressive metal.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Node 3:31
  • 2 The Coma Machine 7:35
  • 3 Dim Ignition 2:16
  • 4 Famine Wolf 6:50
  • 5 King Redeem / Queen Serene 6:58
  • 6 Turn On the Darkness 8:26
  • 7 The Ectopic Stroll 7:02
  • 8 Rapid Calm 7:59
  • 9 Memory Palace 9:54
  • 10 Option Oblivion 4:22
  • 11 Life in Velvet 3:38

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