1. DREAM PATH 2. THE LETHARGIC AGE 3. INTERNAL CONFLICTS 4. CAVEAT (TO THE COMING) 5. SERPENT MOVES 6. STATUS: STILL THINKING 7. THEME FOR SILENCE 8. PARALIZED, MESMERIZED 9. GRIN (NAILS HURT) 10. HOST
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"Grin (Digipak)" is a CD edition of Coroner's visionary final studio album from the 1990s, presented here in a refined, collector-friendly digipak format. Musically, "Grin" captures the Swiss band at their most experimental: a dark, technical fusion of thrash metal, progressive structures and industrial-tinged atmospheres. Angular riffs, complex rhythms and an oppressive, almost mechanical mood define the record, while the songwriting remains focused and intense. The album is often regarded by connoisseurs as an ahead-of-its-time work that pushed the boundaries of classic thrash into more modern, groove-driven and avant-garde territory. This CD version is aimed at listeners who value both sonic detail and an aesthetically appealing physical package, making it ideal for dedicated metal collectors and those discovering Coroner's catalog in depth.
Formed in Switzerland in the 1980s, Coroner quickly gained cult status within the international metal underground through their technically sophisticated and unusually intelligent approach to thrash. Over a series of albums, they evolved from high-speed aggression to ever more progressive, intricate and atmospheric compositions, earning a reputation as one of the most innovative bands of their era. Though never a mainstream act, Coroner's influence on technical and progressive metal has been substantial, and "Grin" is widely cited as a milestone that showcases their maturity, precision and willingness to experiment.
The manufacturer Listenable is a label known in the metal community for professionally curated releases and a strong focus on artistically ambitious heavy music. With a catalog that emphasizes quality presentation, attentive production values and respect for the original artistic vision, Listenable has built a solid reputation among fans who still appreciate physical formats. Their releases typically stand out for reliable pressing quality and thoughtfully designed packaging, making this "Grin (Digipak)" edition a fitting home for such a pivotal album in Coroner's discography.
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