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The Second Stage Turbine Blade

Coheed and Cambria · 2002

73 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · progressive metal · progressive rock

A sprawling narrative unfolds through intricate guitar work and soaring melodies that blend rock with progressive storytelling.

Why listen to this

Best for
dynamic progression with peaks narrative unfolds through listening immersive storytelling throughout tracks
Context
Released on March 5, 2002, 'The Second Stage Turbine Blade' is Coheed and Cambria's debut album, introducing their ambitious concept that intertwines music and a sci-fi narrative. At this point, the band was establishing its identity in the vibrant post-hardcore scene, evolving from their earlier punk influences to a more dynamic sound.
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alternative rock, progressive metal, progressive rock

The Second Stage Turbine Blade is an album by Coheed and Cambria, released in 2002. A sprawling narrative unfolds through intricate guitar work and soaring melodies that blend rock with progressive storytelling. The album garnered significant attention for its unique blend of progressive rock and metal, charting on the Billboard Heatseekers list. Its conceptual nature laid the groundwork for a successful career and a dedicated fanbase, influencing future artists within the progressive genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Second Stage Turbine Blade sound like?

A sprawling narrative unfolds through intricate guitar work and soaring melodies that blend rock with progressive storytelling. Rooted in alternative rock and progressive metal.

What makes The Second Stage Turbine Blade by Coheed and Cambria notable?

The album garnered significant attention for its unique blend of progressive rock and metal, charting on the Billboard Heatseekers list. Its conceptual nature laid the groundwork for a successful career and a dedicated fanbase, influencing future artists within the progressive genre. Released on March 5, 2002, 'The Second Stage Turbine Blade' is Coheed and Cambria's debut album, introducing their ambitious concept that intertwines music and a sci-fi narrative. At this point, the band was establishing its identity in the vibrant post-hardcore scene, evolving from their earlier punk influences to a more dynamic sound.

Who is The Second Stage Turbine Blade for?

The Second Stage Turbine Blade works well if you're into dynamic progression with peaks, narrative unfolds through listening and immersive storytelling throughout tracks.

How many songs are on The Second Stage Turbine Blade?

The Second Stage Turbine Blade has 13 tracks, running approximately 73 minutes.

Tracklist

13 tracks·73:39

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

  • 1 Second Stage Turbine Blade 0:52
  • 2 Time Consumer Standout 5:41
  • 3 Devil in Jersey City Standout 4:47
  • 4 Everything Evil Standout 5:50
  • 5 Delirium Trigger 4:47
  • 6 Hearshot Kid Disaster 5:40
  • 7 33 3:29
  • 8 Junesong Provision 5:20
  • 9 Neverender 5:22
  • 10 God Send Conspirator 6:32
  • 11 Elf Tower New Mexico 6:03
  • 12 Junesong Provision (acoustic demo) 5:33
  • 13 Everything Evil (demo) / IRO‐Bot 13:37

Release Date

March 5, 2002

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

73 min 39 sec