Via Coma is a band from Lafayette, California. Their name means “through endless sleep.” Their debut album, Figures, was released this year and its really quite good. In a weird way, this band reminds me of an indie and happy Hawthorne Heights. Don’t ask me why, it just does.
The first song is called “Aquanota.” This is a great introductory song as it really sets the tone. It shows you their sound, and their beauty. The riff throughout the song is perfect and beautiful in every sense. Its a great song to just relax to. “”Blame” is the next song off the record and this is a little different than the first. It’s more upbeat and fun. This song sounds similar to a pop-punk band’s try at a soft song, but a lot better.
“Stitches” starts off with a simple and beautiful bass line. It then adds the guitar and vocals making this song really dreamy. It puts you in a bit of a trance cause its so good. A song like this makes me wanna kick back and enjoy the summer night breeze on the beach. “Back and Forth” is a song that starts off with the keys and soft vocals. It builds up as more and more instruments get involved. The bass comes in and the guitar plays a simple little riff over the keys. Out of what seems like nowhere, the songs kicks up a notch. With a faster beat and instrumentation, the song is really a great change of pace. It has been a few songs since they played something this upbeat so its used perfectly to wake you up halfway through.
“Iron Horse” is quite the trippy song. It starts off with a crazy sound that really takes you elsewhere. This then transitions into a soft song, again featuring great key playing. The pyschedlic sound comes back later on in the song. Overall, this song is really quite good. It is perfect for those long nights ending or a beautiful Sunday morning.
“All’s Well That Ends” is the closing song on the album. There is a drum roll playing throughout the entire song, which is something you don’t see too often nowadays. It starts off slow but the guitar comes in over the drums and then the vocals. Its a great way to end the album as its the longest song on the album. It really closes it out well with its beauty and style.
Via Coma is a band that I expect to see around next summer. This album is really good, and it wouldn’t surprise me if they get some real attention this summer. Via Coma is a band that I’d love to listen to while in an endless sleep. They are so beautiful with their musicianship and harmonies.
For more information check out their official website. Facebook, and Twitter pages. Get FIGURES now on iTunes.