What makes In Decay, Too by Com Truise notable?

In Decay, Too received positive reviews for its intricate production and cohesive sound, further establishing Com Truise as a prominent figure in the synthwave genre. The album's release coincided with a growing resurgence of interest in electronic music, particularly in retro-inspired sounds that evoke the '80s aesthetic. Released on December 4, 2020, In Decay, Too is Com Truise's third studio album, following his critically acclaimed 2017 record, Iteration. At this point in his career, he had solidified his signature blend of synthwave while continuing to explore new sonic territories.

Who is In Decay, Too for?

In Decay, Too works well if you're into hypnotic beats for focus, nostalgic soundscapes for daydreaming and ethereal melodies for introspection.

How many songs are on In Decay, Too?

In Decay, Too has 14 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.

In Decay, Too

Com Truise · 2020

56 min · 14 tracks · synthwave

Hypnotic synth melodies intertwine with nostalgic rhythms, creating an immersive soundscape that feels both futuristic and retro.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Chemical Legs — This track exemplifies Com Truise's ability to blend rich melodic lines with layered textures, showcasing a perfect balance of nostalgia and innovation.
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She Melts — With its driving bassline and ethereal synths, this track captures the essence of dreamy escapism that permeates the album.
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Galactic Melt — This standout cut features a captivating progression that shifts dynamically throughout, highlighting Com Truise's knack for storytelling through sound.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

63 /100

Treeline

Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

The album showcases intricate synth compositions and maintains a cohesive sound throughout its runtime.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of layered synth textures, with melodies often repeating and evolving over the course of each track.
The last three tracks gradually decrease in tempo, allowing for a reflective conclusion to the album's soundscape.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 3/10

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

hypnotic beats for focus
nostalgic soundscapes for daydreaming
ethereal melodies for introspection
short tracks for quick listens
cascading layers that invite replay

Maybe skip if you

seeking instant gratification
prefer upbeat party anthems

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on December 4, 2020, In Decay, Too is Com Truise's third studio album, following his critically acclaimed 2017 record, Iteration. At this point in his career, he had solidified his signature blend of synthwave while continuing to explore new sonic territories.
Stylistic neighbors: Tycho· Kavinsky· Miami Horror

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Tracklist

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

Disc 1

1 Zeta 1:25
2 Compress—Fuse 3:23
3 Chemical Legs 4:43
4 Reciprocity 5:01
5 She Melts 4:58
6 Trying Times for the Indirect 5:19
7 I Dream (for You) 4:43

Disc 2

1 Surf 3:18
2 Galactic Melt 4:13
3 Post Hawaii 5:02
4 Peach (6809) 3:57
5 False Ascendancy 4:35
6 Constant Fracture 3:05
7 Trajectory 2:43

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