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 listen to this
- 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.
- If you like
- alternative rock, progressive metal, progressive rock
The Afterman: Ascension is an album by Coheed and Cambria, released in 2012. A sprawling, conceptual journey blending progressive rock melodies with intricate storytelling in a vivid soundscape. '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. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Afterman: Ascension sound like?
A sprawling, conceptual journey blending progressive rock melodies with intricate storytelling in a vivid soundscape. Rooted in alternative rock and progressive metal.
What makes The Afterman: Ascension by Coheed and Cambria notable?
'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. 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.
Who is The Afterman: Ascension for?
The Afterman: Ascension works well if you're into steady unfolding narrative experience, conceptual storytelling through sound and immersive journey with resolutions.
How many songs are on The Afterman: Ascension?
The Afterman: Ascension has 9 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.
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
Release Date
January 1, 2012
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
39 min 32 sec
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