In the Court of the Dragon
Trivium · 2021
63 min · 12 tracks · heavy metal · progressive metal · thrash metal
A ferocious blend of melodic riffs and intricate rhythms that encapsulates Trivium's evolution within modern metal.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing fluctuations
- Context
- In the Court of the Dragon marks Trivium's ninth studio album, released during a phase of artistic resurgence following their acclaimed 2020 album, What the Dead Men Say. Having established themselves as a leading force in the heavy metal scene, this release showcases their continued growth and experimentation with progressive elements while maintaining their signature sound.
- If you like
- heavy metal, progressive metal, thrash metal
- If this clicks, go next to
- What the Dead Men Say — Continues the melodic intensity and intricate songwriting from the current album.
In the Court of the Dragon is an album by Trivium, released in 2021. A ferocious blend of melodic riffs and intricate rhythms that encapsulates Trivium's evolution within modern metal. This album debuted at No. 20 on the Billboard 200 chart and received positive reviews from critics, highlighting its ambitious compositions and lyrical depth. Notably, it contributed to Trivium's standing as innovators within the heavy metal landscape, influencing upcoming artists in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does In the Court of the Dragon sound like?
A ferocious blend of melodic riffs and intricate rhythms that encapsulates Trivium's evolution within modern metal. Rooted in heavy metal and progressive metal.
What makes In the Court of the Dragon by Trivium notable?
This album debuted at No. 20 on the Billboard 200 chart and received positive reviews from critics, highlighting its ambitious compositions and lyrical depth. Notably, it contributed to Trivium's standing as innovators within the heavy metal landscape, influencing upcoming artists in the genre. In the Court of the Dragon marks Trivium's ninth studio album, released during a phase of artistic resurgence following their acclaimed 2020 album, What the Dead Men Say. Having established themselves as a leading force in the heavy metal scene, this release showcases their continued growth and experimentation with progressive elements while maintaining their signature sound.
Who is In the Court of the Dragon for?
In the Court of the Dragon works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing fluctuations.
How many songs are on In the Court of the Dragon?
In the Court of the Dragon has 12 tracks, running approximately 63 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 X 1:27
- 2 In the Court of the Dragon Standout 5:09
- 3 Like a Sword Over Damocles Standout 5:30
- 4 Feast of Fire 4:18
- 5 A Crisis of Revelation 5:35
- 6 The Shadow of the Abattoir Standout 7:11
- 7 No Way Back Just Through 3:53
- 8 Fall Into Your Hands 7:45
- 9 From Dawn to Decadence 4:08
- 10 The Phalanx 7:19
- 11 Beyond Oblivion (live) 5:21
- 12 Amongst the Shadows & The Stones (live) 5:39
Release Date
October 8, 2021
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
63 min 20 sec
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