The idea of a concept album is one which sends chills into the hearts of many. Yes' 'Tales From Topographic Oceans' anyone? Coheed and Cambria, it must be admitted are a concept band. Their entire output so far telling the story of Coheed Kilgannon and his wife Cambria Kilgannon in the Amory Wars. There's even, at one point in their arsenal, a song seen through the eyes of a man having a conversation with his beloved bicycle. A series of graphic novels written by frontman Claudio Sanchez pad out the story.
The long song titles, albums split into two parts, the mythology the band wrap around their work can be polarising, and those that don't like it are missing out on some classic rock songs, which in isolation are incredibly accessible. A Favor House Atlantic, from the Album 'In Keeping Secrets of Silent Earth: 3' is just one of many I could have chosen for this week's Wednesday Classic Track to highlight that fact. I've chosen it over the others mainly because I like the way Claudio's hair blows in the wind in the video.
P.S. If you're a fan of Muse and you've not heard Coheed and Cambria before, it'll be a revelation. They're a bit like your favourite band, but talented.
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