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Royal Coda

Royal Coda · 2018

33 min · 10 tracks

Intricate melodies intertwine with dynamic rhythms, creating a sound that blends post-hardcore intensity with progressive rock finesse.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Blood Thinner — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its driving rhythm and layered vocals, establishing the band's signature sound right from the start.
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    Anything to Save — With its catchy chorus and emotional depth, this track exemplifies the blend of melody and intensity that defines the band's approach.
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    Calm and Composed — This song showcases intricate guitar work and thoughtful lyrics, revealing a more introspective side of the album while maintaining its energetic essence.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

65 /100
Treeline
Higher than 54% of albums we've rated

The album blends post-hardcore and progressive rock elements effectively, showcasing strong melodies and varied vocal styles.

What we noticed

  • Vocals alternate between clean singing and harsh screams, creating a dynamic contrast that enhances the emotional intensity of the lyrics.
  • Several tracks incorporate atmospheric interludes, such as 'De rien', which provide a breather before returning to heavier sections.
  • The final track, 'Suffolk', concludes with an extended instrumental outro that gradually fades out, leaving a lingering sense of reflection.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Blood Thinner 2:56
  • 2 Anything to Save 3:28
  • 3 Cut Me Under 3:40
  • 4 Breathe Correct 3:10
  • 5 De rien 2:05
  • 6 See Them Faceless 3:20
  • 7 Love Again 3:28
  • 8 Calm and Composed 3:41
  • 9 Cycled Through the Past 4:12
  • 10 Suffolk 3:36

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