What makes Delirium Trigger by Coheed and Cambria notable?

'Delirium Trigger' is significant for its fusion of alternative rock and progressive metal, paving the way for a wave of post-hardcore bands in the early 2000s. The album garnered positive critical reception, notably from publications like Alternative Press, which helped solidify Coheed and Cambria's place in the music scene. Upon its release in 2000, 'Delirium Trigger' marked Coheed and Cambria's debut album, introducing their ambitious narrative style and progressive sound. The band was still relatively unknown at this point, having formed just a year prior, yet they began to establish their unique identity that would lead to subsequent cult status.

Who is Delirium Trigger for?

Delirium Trigger works well if you're into urgent emotional crescendos, youthful angst exploration and focused listening in order.

How many songs are on Delirium Trigger?

Delirium Trigger has 5 tracks, running approximately 23 minutes.

Delirium Trigger

Coheed and Cambria · 2000

23 min · 5 tracks · alternative rock · progressive metal · progressive rock

A dynamic blend of intricate guitar work and emotive vocals, echoing the urgency of youthful angst.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

urgent emotional crescendos
youthful angst exploration
focused listening in order
dynamic shifts in intensity
brief yet impactful statements

Maybe skip if you want

prefer long, sprawling albums
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Where this album fits

Career context: Upon its release in 2000, 'Delirium Trigger' marked Coheed and Cambria's debut album, introducing their ambitious narrative style and progressive sound. The band was still relatively unknown at this point, having formed just a year prior, yet they began to establish their unique identity that would lead to subsequent cult status.
Stylistic neighbors: The Dear Hunter· Between the Buried and Me· Glassjaw
Sounds like this from elsewhere: Act I: The Lake South, the River North by The Dear Hunter — Shares a narrative complexity and emotive storytelling through intricate instrumentation.

Juturna by Circa Survive — Combines intricate guitar work and passionate vocals, echoing youthful angst and introspection.

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Tracklist

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

1 Better Than Evil 3:04
2 Delirium Trigger 4:48
3 Cassiopeia 6:19
4 33 3:31
5 Junesong Provision 5:33

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