What makes Coral Island by The Coral notable?

'Coral Island' received critical acclaim for its ambitious narrative and sonic palette, earning a strong position in UK charts upon release. The album's themes resonate with listeners seeking escapism during a pandemic, reinforcing The Coral's status as vital contributors to the indie rock landscape. Released on April 30, 2021, 'Coral Island' is The Coral's eighth studio album, marking a creative resurgence after their previous work, 'Distance Inbetween' from 2016. This album showcases their evolution as they embrace a more conceptual approach, reflecting the band's growth since their early days in the early 2000s.

Who is Coral Island for?

Coral Island works well if you're into whimsical nostalgia for dreamers, dynamic interludes for exploration and short tracks for casual listening.

How many songs are on Coral Island?

Coral Island has 29 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.

Coral Island

The Coral · 2021

54 min · 29 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · punk

A whimsical exploration of nostalgia and imagination, blending lush melodies with vivid storytelling.

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Why this album works

'Coral Island' received critical acclaim for its ambitious narrative and sonic palette, earning a strong position in UK charts upon release. The album's themes resonate with listeners seeking escapism during a pandemic, reinforcing The Coral's status as vital contributors to the indie rock landscape.

Best for: whimsical nostalgia for dreamers dynamic interludes for exploration short tracks for casual listening
Context: Released on April 30, 2021, 'Coral Island' is The Coral's eighth studio album, marking a creative resurgence after their previous work, 'Distance Inbetween' from 2016. This album showcases their evolution as they embrace a more conceptual approach, reflecting the band's growth since their early days in the early 2000s.
Stylistic neighbors: Radiohead· Robbie Williams· Muse· Ed Sheeran· Depeche Mode· Ellie Goulding· Manic Street Preachers· Duran Duran

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

1 Welcome to Coral Island 0:54
2 Lover Undiscovered Standout 3:29
3 Change Your Mind 3:07
4 Mist on the River 3:35
5 Pavilions of the Mind 1:21
6 Vacancy 2:43
7 My Best Friend 2:33
8 Arcade Hallucinations 0:32
9 The Game She Plays 3:22
10 Autumn Has Come Standout 3:00
11 The End of the Pier 1:07

Disc 2

1 The Ghost of Coral Island Standout 1:04
2 Golden Age 2:41
3 Faceless Angel 3:26
4 The Great Lafayette 1:09
5 Strange Illusions 3:06
6 Summertime 3:10
7 Telepathic Waltz 0:53
8 Old Photographs 2:21
9 Watch You Disappear 2:38
10 Late Nights at the Borders 0:31
11 Land of the Lost 3:52
12 The Calico Girl 2:42
13 The Last Entertainer 0:49

Disc 3

1 The North
2 This Love
3 To Lose a Friend
4 Time the Equaliser
5 The Coral Lazy Ole Sun

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