Coma Beach is an accomplished punk rock/alternative rock band from Würzburg, Germany. The band consists of vocalist B. Kafka and guitarist Captain A. Fear, joined by drummer M. Lecter, while bassist U. Terror and rhythm guitarist M. Blunt completed the line-up. Now, having 1,446 followers on IG, Coma Beach is known for their lyrics driven by different literary themes and concepts.
Their latest EP, “A Madman’s Dream/Mind Descending”, holds within it a concept of revisiting and reinventing old songs in exciting new ways. Thus, what comes out of this across 5 tracks is the compilation of varied, yet slight re-imaginings that feel fresh even though they would be familiar in some form already.
We dive right into the frenzy, biting off “A Madman’s Dream” to get things underway. The track still contains the same structure and melody that fans remember, but now you feel the song is more powerfully driven with an advanced sense of rhythm. The backing vocals are still feral, adding texture to the maelstrom.
Next up is “Mind Descending,” which remains arguably one of Coma Beach’s most immediately recognizable anthems. It finds them blowing it out and going even bigger and bolder with molten guitar solos and increasing tempos. Kafka’s peculiar yowl cuts through the surrounding din-all with impassioned urgency. Though true to its roots, it still sets breathtakingly elevated the impact and memorability of the track to a transcendent new height.
A much-needed breath of calm arrives via the dolorous “Absurd.” Guitars gleam over languid percussion as Kafka delivers his despondent musings in a mellow croon. It’s a beautifully somber moment of respite that shows Coma Beach’s finely tuned dynamics and songwriting feels very at ease. “I Won’t Listen – Original Version” puts things right back on track—it’s a slice of uncompromising scuzz-punk.
Raucous guitars screech and scythe against the pummeling rhythm section, topped with Kafka’s experienced vocals. It’s probably one of the most raw, raunchiest cuts here—an exhilarating banger that refuses to let up. Finally, “Jesus’Tears” is an exercise in scorching intensity. Everything hurtles forward at a blistering tempo, while guitars rip and tear with an intense snarl and drums detonate in a flurry of stickwork.
What Coma Beach is delivering throughout the EP are invigorating updates that make it feel like you’re hearing old favorites in an entirely new light. Quite often, what makes a big impact on the music could be minor tweaks of tone color, texture, and tempo that work alongside full-on structural overhauls. There’s a real zeal and artistry with which they’ve looked to evolve these tracks, bringing new complexity and nuance without losing sight of what made the originals so indelible.
Even if you think you already know these songs inside and out, you still need to give this EP a listen. The way Coma Beach rearranged these tracks makes one feel like it’s the first time you ever heard them. The songs still pack the same DNA but sound completely revitalized. If you thought you knew what to expect from these jams, you’re in for a shock! Do yourself a favor and press play again. I promise you new depths and details that will make you fall in love all over with these tunes.
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