How to Destroy Angels
Coil · 1984
39 min · 2 tracks · experimental music
A haunting exploration of dark soundscapes, blending ethereal vocals with dense layers of industrial noise.
Top tracks — play these first
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How to Destroy Angels — The title track encapsulates the EP's themes through extended instrumental passages that evoke a sense of otherworldliness, establishing a blueprint for Coil's future work.
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Absolute Elsewhere — This track features complex layering and a gradual build-up, immersing listeners in an expansive sound world that showcases Coil's experimental tendencies and ambition.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
This EP showcases innovative sound layering and distinct vocal use, establishing Coil's unique identity in experimental music.
What we noticed
- The first track features a gradual build-up of layered synths and industrial sounds, creating an immersive atmosphere that lasts over seven minutes.
- The second track shifts to a more rhythmic structure, incorporating a steady beat alongside haunting vocals that contrast with the dense soundscape.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 How to Destroy Angels 16:45
- 2 Absolute Elsewhere 22:30
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