The Afterman: Ascension
Coheed and Cambria · 2012
39 min · 9 tracks · alternative rock · progressive metal · progressive rock
A sprawling, conceptual journey blending progressive rock melodies with intricate storytelling in a vivid soundscape.
Why this album works
'The Afterman: Ascension' debuted at number five on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing Coheed and Cambria's continued relevance in the alternative rock scene. Its ambitious storytelling and sonic complexity also garnered critical acclaim, reaffirming their status as innovators in progressive rock.
- Best for
- steady unfolding narrative experience conceptual storytelling through sound immersive journey with resolutions
- Context
- Released in January 2012, 'The Afterman: Ascension' marks Coheed and Cambria's sixth studio album and the first part of a two-part narrative. The band had established their signature sound by this point, following their commercial peak with 'Good Apollo, I'm Burning Star IV, Volume One' and were now exploring deeper themes within their overarching sci-fi concept.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Linkin Park· Green Day· Beck· Moby· Tori Amos· Nine Inch Nails· Lana Del Rey· Sonic Youth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Hollow 2:11
- 2 Key Entity Extraction I: Domino the Destitute Standout 7:51
- 3 The Afterman Standout 3:11
- 4 Mothers of Men 4:11
- 5 Goodnight, Fair Lady 3:23
- 6 Key Entity Extraction II: Holly Wood the Cracked 3:26
- 7 Key Entity Extraction III: Vic the Butcher Standout 5:47
- 8 Key Entity Extraction IV: Evagria the Faithful 6:22
- 9 Subtraction 3:07
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