32 years later: Coroner’s “Dissonance Theory” is worth every second

If you’ve ever wondered whether a band could make a comeback after 30 years, well, here’s your answer! The coroner really caught me off guard.

So, their new album “Dissonance Theory” is coming out on October 17th, 2025. It’s been mixed and mastered by Jens Bogren, the talented guy who’s worked with Opeth, Kreator, Amon Amarth, and a bunch of others. You’ll be able to find it all around the globe thanks to Century Media Records. Can you believe it? This is going to be their first new studio material in over thirty years!

To truly understand this monumental event, we should take a look at how the band has constantly evolved over time. Every one of their classic albums—from the gritty thrash of “R.I.P” to the industrial vibes of “Grin”—highlights a distinct change in sound. People are really talking about this new release featuring Diego Rapacchietti on drums. It brings up a fun question: will they keep pushing the envelope with bold innovation, or will they take a nostalgic trip back to their ’80s and ’90s glory days?

Check out what Tommy Vetterli mentioned:

I thought a lot about what Coroner should sound like today, but I pretty quickly realised that looking backwards wouldn’t serve us. Of course, over time you develop a certain signature as a musician. So even if the material is new, it might still feel like a bridge to earlier phases – simply because it’s me writing it.“That said, we didn’t set out to continue a legacy. We just wanted to create something honest and grounded in the present. ‘Renewal’ now opens the chapter for what became the first Coroner album I’m fully satisfied with, start to finish. So we’ll let the music speak for itself – you’ll know if it speaks to you.

What do you say we check this out together?

The first track really grabs you with its raw energy. It really makes you think about why bands even include that intro track when the album just jumps right in with such a strong start.

It definitely feels a bit heavier and not as industrial when you compare it to some of their earlier stuff. It’s more about those slower guitar riffs and raw chords rather than a fast-paced sound. Honestly, I have to mention that the whole rhythm really leans more into that raw classic thrash metal vibe compared to some of their earlier albums. I was really surprised by the changes in tempo and melodies from Coroner. The way they blend a melodic slower tempo with that powerful voice and heavy bass just works so well together! Wow, this really isn’t what I expected from this album!

The songs are really intricate and have a lot going on, but they’re also super enjoyable and totally engaging. You’ll find a blend of classic elements, like those traditional band solos, alongside some more experimental tracks that stretch out to around 6 minutes. What really grabbed me was how, right from the first few songs, the drums seem to be pushing through some solid guitar work. And once they break through, the whole vibe of the song shifts to something that feels almost like a different genre.

The riffs they’ve created and the attention to detail in the composition are super impressive, especially in “Sacrificial Lamb” and “Transparent Eye”. Jens Bogren’s unique mixing style has really given this album a fresh, polished sound. It’s a fantastic addition to Coroner’s discography and totally worth the wait since their last release.

Fingers crossed we won’t be waiting another 30 years for a new album!

Tracklist

1. Oxymoron
2. Consequence
3. Sacrificial Lamb
4. Crisium Bound
5. Symmetry
6. The Law
7. Transparent Eye
8. Trinity
9. Renewal
10. Prolonging