Top Pick
Unprocessed – "...And Everything in Between" (progressive/melodic tech-metal)
From the press release:
Inspired by the emotions conjured from their own personal experiences, Unprocessed have channeled raw visceral power through their musical talent to create their new album, 'and everything in between'. Never before could one have considered a band being likened to artists as extreme as The Dillinger Escape Plan, Polyphia, and Bring Me The Horizon, yet Unprocessed have done it. This is Futuristic Thrash Metal.
On ‘...and everything in between’, the band is bringing all the influences of their past and combining them into the next evolution of Unprocessed, while still adding new flavors and a bold style to the mix. Epic riffs with intricate licks and mind-bending rhythms, brutal breakdowns, epic guitar solos, and big and catchy choruses.
“Thrash” is the first single taken from the upcoming album—a bold and complex record pushing the boundaries of technical musicianship, song construction, sonic production, and more. The first single is the ultimate composite of everything Unprocessed has ever created, ranging from the style of [their] tracks on Covenant [2028] to Gold [2022], while adding brand new never explored elements to [their] style. The band hopes this song creates a moment for modern guitar playing and the innovation of new playing styles.
'...and everything in between' can quite literally be described as everything in between the extremes of life. Dealing with anger, sorrow, nostalgia, love, and fear - the album reflects on the different shades of a personality that we all grapple with (i.e. there is evil in everyone).
...couldn't have said it better myself. ;)
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