In Contact
Caligula's Horse · 2017
61 min · 10 tracks · progressive metal
Progressive metal intricacies intertwine with emotive storytelling and dynamic instrumentation, creating a sonic journey of introspection and intensity.
Top tracks — play these first
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Dream the Dead — Opening the album, this track encapsulates the blend of technical prowess and emotional weight that defines the record, setting a high standard for what's to come.
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Will’s Song (Let the Colours Run) — This song features an uplifting chorus juxtaposed with intricate instrumental work, embodying a theme of hope amidst struggle that resonates throughout the album.
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Graves — As the lengthy closing track, it showcases the band’s ability to weave complex narratives with expansive soundscapes, leaving listeners with a profound sense of closure.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases ambitious compositions and dynamic shifts, solidifying its place in progressive metal.
What we noticed
- Vocals alternate between soaring choruses and more subdued verses, often layered with harmonies that enhance the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- The final track includes an extended instrumental outro that gradually fades out, creating a sense of closure after the preceding intensity.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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
- immersive introspection through sound
- dynamic instrumentation with emotional depth
- epic narratives that unfold gradually
- cathartic moments of intense release
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek short, standalone songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In Contact is Caligula's Horse's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed release, Bloom, in 2015. This album solidified the band's position within the progressive metal scene and showcased their growth in both sound and lyrical depth, marking a significant moment in their evolving discography.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Haken· Leprous· Between the Buried and Me
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dream the Dead 8:09
- 2 Will’s Song (Let the Colours Run) 4:42
- 3 The Hands Are the Hardest 4:26
- 4 Love Conquers All 2:21
- 5 Songs for No One 7:43
- 6 Capulet 3:23
- 7 Fill My Heart 6:42
- 8 Inertia and the Weapon of the Wall 2:57
- 9 The Cannon’s Mouth 5:56
- 10 Graves 15:31
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