The world of heavy metal music seems to be in stagnant state as not much is coming along to give it a boost. However, the same cannot be said for the progressive metal genre as every week boundaries are being pushed, taking it to new levels.
Now, Polyphia being primarily an instrumental band, have incorporated every style you can think of to create their own little niche that they exist in. Having two incredible lead guitarists in the band in Tim Henson and Scot Lepage allow for some incredibly melodic twin guitar passages that leaves you in awe. Marry that with a ripping rhythm section, courtesy of Clay Gober on bass and Brandon Burkhalter on drums, and you have one unique band and one amazing listening experience.
I adore everything about this album and to pick a favourite track is tough but today I’m going for Nightmare. Starting quite quietly and beautiful before laying down some killer melodic guitar over what could be described as an urban groove is just stunning.
The whole album has jaw dropping moments and is worthy to be in anyone’s collection. Buy it at your earliest opportunity.
10/10 from The Grooveman.
