MetalSucks contributor Crash Thompson returns with another episode of his video review series “Critical Condition.” This episode’s focus: The Color Before the Sun, the latest by prog rockers Coheed and Cambria, and their first album that isn’t part of The Amory Wars conceptual saga.

How does Coheed’s venture into non-conceptual territory pan out? How does the music compare to past efforts? You’ll have to watch Crash’s review to find out.

The Color Before the Sun comes out October 16th via 300 Entertainment; listen to “You Got Spirit Kid” and “Here to Mars,” and pre-order here. Fall Coheed tour dates here.