COAL CHAMBER · Rivals | DIGIPAK CD+DVD

Limited edition CD in digipak with making of documentary DVD.

Background information about 'Rivals'

After a thirteen-year hiatus, Coal Chamber returned with a vengeance on "Rivals", proving that some fires never truly die out. This comeback album showcases the band's signature nu-metal sound with a matured edge, blending crushing riffs with Dez Fafara's distinctive vocal delivery that made them pioneers of the late 90s metal scene. Tracks like "I.O.U. Nothing" and "Bad Blood Between Us" demonstrate the band's ability to craft both aggressive anthems and emotionally charged moments, while the title track "Rivals" stands as a testament to their resilience and creative evolution.

The album strikes a perfect balance between nostalgia and progression, featuring both crushing heavy hitters like "Another Nail In The Coffin" and more introspective pieces such as "Light In The Shadows". The production captures the raw energy that made Coal Chamber a household name in the nu-metal explosion, while incorporating modern elements that keep the sound fresh and relevant. From the atmospheric interlude "Orion" to the closing statement "Empty Handed", this thirteen-track journey proves that Coal Chamber's return was not just a reunion tour, but a genuine artistic rebirth.

For fans of:
Korn, Limp Bizkit, Static-X, Sevendust, Mudvayne

Track listing

1. I.O.U. Nothing
2. Bad Blood Between Us
3. Light In The Shadows
4. Suffer In Silence
5. The Bridges You Burn
6. Orion
7. Another Nail In The Coffin
8. Rivals
9. Wait
10. Dumpster Dive
11. Over My Head
12. Fade Away (Karma Never Forgets)
13. Empty Handed

DVD:
Making of documentary

Manufacturer: Napalm Records Handels GmbH, Hammerplatz 2, 8790 Eisenerz, Austria , Contact: napalmrecords.com