Coral Island
The Coral · 2021
54 min · 29 tracks · alternative rock ยท indie rock ยท punk
A whimsical exploration of nostalgia and imagination, blending lush melodies with vivid storytelling.
Coral Island is an album by The Coral, released in 2021. A whimsical exploration of nostalgia and imagination, blending lush melodies with vivid storytelling. 'Coral Island' received critical acclaim for its ambitious narrative and sonic palette, earning a strong position in UK charts upon release. The album's themes resonate with listeners seeking escapism during a pandemic, reinforcing The Coral's status as vital contributors to the indie rock landscape. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Coral Island sound like?
A whimsical exploration of nostalgia and imagination, blending lush melodies with vivid storytelling. Rooted in alternative rock and indie rock.
What makes Coral Island by The Coral notable?
'Coral Island' received critical acclaim for its ambitious narrative and sonic palette, earning a strong position in UK charts upon release. The album's themes resonate with listeners seeking escapism during a pandemic, reinforcing The Coral's status as vital contributors to the indie rock landscape. Released on April 30, 2021, 'Coral Island' is The Coral's eighth studio album, marking a creative resurgence after their previous work, 'Distance Inbetween' from 2016. This album showcases their evolution as they embrace a more conceptual approach, reflecting the band's growth since their early days in the early 2000s.
How many songs are on Coral Island?
Coral Island has 29 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Welcome to Coral Island 0:54
- 2 Lover Undiscovered Standout 3:29
- 3 Change Your Mind 3:07
- 4 Mist on the River 3:35
- 5 Pavilions of the Mind 1:21
- 6 Vacancy 2:43
- 7 My Best Friend 2:33
- 8 Arcade Hallucinations 0:32
- 9 The Game She Plays 3:22
- 10 Autumn Has Come Standout 3:00
- 11 The End of the Pier 1:07
Disc 2
- 1 The Ghost of Coral Island Standout 1:04
- 2 Golden Age 2:41
- 3 Faceless Angel 3:26
- 4 The Great Lafayette 1:09
- 5 Strange Illusions 3:06
- 6 Summertime 3:10
- 7 Telepathic Waltz 0:53
- 8 Old Photographs 2:21
- 9 Watch You Disappear 2:38
- 10 Late Nights at the Borders 0:31
- 11 Land of the Lost 3:52
- 12 The Calico Girl 2:42
- 13 The Last Entertainer 0:49
Disc 3
- 1 The North
- 2 This Love
- 3 To Lose a Friend
- 4 Time the Equaliser
- 5 The Coral Lazy Ole Sun
Release Date
April 30, 2021
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
54 min 5 sec
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