"memento mori is the third independent cd by the santa rosa, calif. band the coma lilies, and the follow up to their much-celebrated, self-titled full length. the coma lilies unleashed a collection of instrumental works that while based in a rock context fully transcends it with complex song structures, intricate rhythms and soaring melodies. the level of musicianship and mature, thoughtful song writing on the album, makes it a wonder that the band members were only 18 years of age when it was recorded. two years later, "memento mori" picks up where "the coma lilies" left off, and the coma lilies have managed to evolve and expand upon their sound while holding onto their identity
