"Opeth New Album Update: It’s “Epic” And “Unusual”

Opeth New Album Update: It’s “Epic” And “Unusual”

Opeth: Prog metal legends

Opeth mainman Mikael Åkerfeldt has offered a tantalising update on the Swedish prog metallers’ new album, telling US mag Decibel that it’s sounding “epic” and “unusual”.

"Essential Progressive Metal Albums

Essential Progressive Metal Albums

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Progressive metal has evolved from its '70s/'80s rock roots to a wide-ranging and established genre.   It has also infiltrated other genres, with many bands in death, black, folk and other styles incorporating elements of progressive metal.    Veterans like Dream Theater and Fates Warning set the bar high, with modern bands such as Between The Buried And Me carrying the mantle for the younger generation.  We've put together a list of progressive metal albums that give a good overview for those exploring the genre.  It is not meant to be a comprehensive and all-inclusive list, just a starting point to delve into the genre.

"Norway’s Avant-Metallers Vulture Industries Stream New Album In Full

Norway’s Avant-Metallers Vulture Industries Stream New Album In Full

Vulture Industries: carrion camping

One of those rare bands whose albums feel like stepping into a fully-fledged if unruly world, Bergen Norway’s progressive metal vagabonds, Vulture Industries, have been enchanting all who’ve crossed their event horizon for a decade.