Vaxis – Act I: The Unheavenly Creatures
Coheed and Cambria · 2018
158 min · 29 tracks · alternative rock · progressive metal · progressive rock
A sweeping narrative unfolds through ambitious melodies and intricate arrangements layered with emotional intensity.
Why this album works
'Vaxis – Act I: The Unheavenly Creatures' debuted at number 10 on the Billboard 200, marking a significant chart presence for the band. Its critical reception highlighted a strong return to form, with many praising its ambition and thematic depth, positioning it as a celebrated entry in their discography.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks patient unfolding of narrative arcs immersive experience for deep listening
- Context
- Released on October 5, 2018, 'Vaxis – Act I: The Unheavenly Creatures' is Coheed and Cambria's eighth studio album and marks a return to their conceptual storytelling roots after the more standalone nature of their previous album 'The Color Before the Sun.' This record not only showcases a new chapter in their long-standing sci-fi saga but also reflects the band's evolution as they navigate personal and artistic growth.
- 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.
Disc 1
- 1 Prologue 2:07
- 2 The Dark Sentencer Standout 7:44
- 3 Unheavenly Creatures Standout 4:13
- 4 Toys 6:27
- 5 Black Sunday 4:46
- 6 Queen of the Dark Standout 5:51
- 7 True Ugly 5:25
- 8 Love Protocol 4:29
- 9 The Pavilion (A Long Way Back) 5:11
- 10 Night-Time Walkers 5:09
- 11 The Gutter 5:49
- 12 All on Fire 5:40
- 13 It Walks Among Us 5:29
- 14 Old Flames 5:50
- 15 Lucky Stars 5:07
Disc 2
- 1 The Dark Sentencer (demo) 9:03
- 2 Unheavenly Creatures (demo) 4:06
- 3 Toys (demo) 6:23
- 4 Black Sunday (demo) 4:48
- 5 Queen of the Dark (demo) 6:05
- 6 True Ugly (demo) 5:28
- 7 Love Protocol (Alt. Chorus) (demo) 5:03
- 8 The Pavilion (demo) 5:25
- 9 Night-Time Walkers (demo) 5:01
- 10 The Gutter (demo) 5:55
- 11 All on Fire (with Josh) (demo) 5:35
- 12 It Walks Among Us (demo) 5:12
- 13 Old Flames (demo) 5:09
- 14 Thank Your Lucky Stars (demo) 5:30
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