Background
UK band formed in 1996. First emerged in early 2000s. New album is their eighth. Known for retro-leaning material that is focused on melodic psychedelic pop-rock.
Strengths
Recorded ‘live’ in the classic 60s/70s rock style, the songs have a warm and immediate feel. Songwriting and arrangements faithful to a special era of rock music – including that modern rarity, the guitar solo!
Highlights
“White Bird”, “Chasing the Tail of a Dream”, “Million Eyes”, “Beyond the Sun”.
Sounds Like
The Byrds, Jefferson Airplane, Steppenwolf, The Doors.
Bottom Line
The Coral’s dedication to classic sounds is admirable & their ability to channel the grand music of the past is impressive. For fans of 70s classic rock.
Information
Released by Ignition Records. Official website: http://thecoral.co.uk/
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