Tag Archives: Atmospheric Progressive Metal

Review: Haishen – Awaken the Endless Deep

by Jeff Nixon

The Music

The Words

Haishen, whose Chinese name (海神) translates to God of the Sea, are an innovative new prog metal band from Rochester, NY. After releasing their self-titled EP, first in 2020, then again in 2021 (remixed/remastered and re-released by their label Needlejuice Records), Haishen are back with their debut full-length, Awaken the Endless Deep, releasing on May 9th, 2024. This is a concept album about Chinese creation mythology, and is full of epic prog rock, melodic death metal, and much more.

The album opens with “Crimson Sun” which after some … Read more

Bodhi – Ineffable

by Jeff Nixon


The Room Colored Charlatan guitarist Justin Seymour is about to release his first solo EP Ineffable on August 25th under the name Bodhi. This short but sweet offering of melodic instrumental prog is reminiscent of Plini and Animals as Leaders. The first track ‘Desire’ starts off with an atmospheric synth which is then joined by some pleasant melodic guitars, drums, and piano. The layered guitars sound amazing but the keyboard sounds great too and compliments the guitars well. For being completely a one-man operation, it is quite impressive. The title track ‘Ineffable’ is the longest on … Read more

Devin Townsend’s Current Ideas

by Jeff Nixon

Just a couple of days ago, Devin Townsend posted two videos comprised of snippets of demos for current ideas he’s working on, some of which are for his sequel to Ziltoid Z² and some for his next DTP album Casualties which he’s had mostly done since around the time Epicloud was released. I’m totally excited for both of those albums, as well as the 2-3 other projects that these demos may become part of. He does mention, “All of this stuff may get used or get scrapped. No idea yet.” Please don’t scrap any of it Mr. Townsend. It all … Read more