Dogma (Crown the Empire album) explained

Dogma
Type:studio
Artist:Crown the Empire
Cover:CrownTheEmpireDogma.jpg
Length:33:50
Label:Rise
Producer:
  • Zack Jones
  • Josh Strock
Prev Title:07102010
Prev Year:2020

Dogma (stylized in all caps) is the fifth studio album by American metalcore band Crown the Empire. It was released on April 28, 2023, through Rise Records. It was produced by Zach Jones and Josh Strock.[1] It is the band's first album not to feature drummer Brent Taddie, who departed from the group in January 2022. It is also the first album to feature the band's new drummer Jeeves Avalos.[2] [3] [4]

Background and promotion

On August 12, 2021, the band released "In Another Life" featuring Courtney LaPlante of Spiritbox, along with its music video.[5] On October 29, the band released "Dancing with the Dead" and its corresponding music video.[6] On December 1, 2022, the band published "Immortalize" along with a music video.[7]

On February 23, 2023, the band announced the album itself and release date. At the same time, they released the title track and video for "Dogma", whilst also revealing the album cover and the track list.[8] On March 22, one month before the album release, the band unveiled the fifth single "Black Sheep".[9] The music video for "Superstar" featuring Remington Leith of Palaye Royale was released April 28, 2023, coinciding with the album release.[10]

Critical reception

The album received mixed to positive reviews from critics. Alfredo Preciado of CaliberTV scored the album 6.5 out of 10 and said: "While this may not be the album that moves the needle very far for long-time listeners or the one that demonstrates the band pushing boundaries beyond their capabilities, it's quite possibly their most straightforward release yet. Dogma represents a great deal of honesty and determination for Crown the Empire, offering a modestly diverse selection worth celebrating." Ghost Cult gave the album a positive review, writing: "Dogma outlines vulnerability, resilience, determination, desperation, trust, and reliance. There is a full circle moment that reaches back to the inception of Crown the Empire, and Tree sheds light on the true meaning behind the band's logo."

Kerrang! gave the album 2 out of 5 and stated: "Despite its brighter moments, Dogma might well be washed away with the tide in the grand scheme of things, unable to stand out in the brave new world of music in 2023." Rock 'N' Load praised the album, saying "Dogma is a very welcome back for Crown the Empire and I have no doubt that the streaming figures will shoot up with this release as the band look to regain their place in the upper echelons of Heavy Rock."

Track listing

Notes

Personnel

Crown the Empire

Additional musicians

Additional personnel

Charts

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Peak
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US Top Album Sales (Billboard)[11] 79

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Crown The Empire announce new album 'DOGMA'. Rock Sound. February 25, 2023. May 8, 2023.
  2. Web site: Crown The Empire Announce Departure Of Drummer Brent Taddie. ThePRP. January 7, 2022. January 6, 2022.
  3. Web site: Crown The Empire announce new drummer. Lambgoat. April 15, 2022. April 13, 2022.
  4. Web site: We are excited to welcome @jeevesmakingnoise as the official new drummer of Crown The Empire Watch him play our song "In Another Life" featuring @courtneylaplante . Instagram. April 13, 2022.
  5. Web site: Crown The Empire Unveil 'In Another Life' feat. Spiritbox's Courtney LaPlante. August 13, 2021. Wall of Sound. August 13, 2021.
  6. Web site: Crown The Empire Bring The Screams Back for 'Dancing With The Dead'. October 29, 2021. Wall of Sound. October 29, 2021.
  7. Web site: Crown The Empire Wind Up 2022 with 'Immortalize'. December 2, 2022. Wall of Sound. December 2, 2022.
  8. Web site: Crown The Empire Announce New Album Dogma. December 2, 2022. Broadway World. February 23, 2023.
  9. Web site: Crown the Empire Announce New Single 'Black Sheep'. Rock 'N' Load. May 8, 2023. March 22, 2023.
  10. Web site: Crown The Empire Debut "Superstar" Video, Palaye Royale's Remington Leith Guests. ThePRP. May 8, 2023. April 27, 2023.
  11. Top Album Sales: Week of May 13, 2023. Billboard. May 10, 2023.