King of Cowards
Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs · 2018
40 min · 6 tracks · heavy metal
A relentless fusion of heavy riffs and psychedelic chaos, pushing the boundaries of doom and noise with fervent intensity.
Top tracks — play these first
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GNT — Opening with ominous tension that builds into an explosive climax, this track encapsulates the album's blend of heaviness and sonic exploration.
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Thumbsucker — This track stands out with its hypnotic groove and intricate dynamics, illustrating the band's ability to weave weighty riffs with immersive atmospheres.
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Shockmaster — With its powerful driving rhythm and layered instrumentation, this song exemplifies the band's knack for creating anthemic yet experimental soundscapes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong writing and execution within its heavy metal genre, marked by unique sound exploration.
What we noticed
- Each song features extended instrumental sections where the band explores dissonant sounds and heavy grooves, often exceeding five minutes.
- The album's final track concludes with a drawn-out fade-out, leaving a lingering sense of tension rather than resolution.
- 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- relentless heavy riff intensity
- psychedelic chaos for thrill-seekers
- long tracks for immersive journeys
- cathartic release through noise
Maybe skip if you
- prefer light, airy sounds
- want concise, radio-friendly tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'King of Cowards' was released in 2018, Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs had established themselves as a unique force in the UK underground scene. This album followed their critically acclaimed debut 'Feed the Rats' and marked a significant step forward in their sound, showcasing a more refined yet still raw musical approach.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 GNT 5:49
- 2 Shockmaster 6:11
- 3 A66 8:52
- 4 Thumbsucker 7:46
- 5 Cake of Light 3:45
- 6 Gloamer 8:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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