Hailing from Manchester and Leeds, Prognosis are one of the UK’s most forward-thinking progressive metal acts. While the band has been active since 2018, releasing the well-received Definition and a pair of singles in 2020 and 2021 respectively, the introduction of vocalist Corbin Skillander is a chance for the band to redefine themselves, with crushing single Phantom Force the first taste of the new line up in advance of the band’s new EP, Esigen.
It’s one hell of a track, showcasing the band’s multifaceted influences (ranging from Meshuggah and Spiritbox to Opted and Gojira), and providing a fair insight into the development of these talented musicians. All eyes, of course, will be on Corbin, who delivers an assured performance, changing through the gears from the densely layered harmonies of the opening verse to the brutal, deathly roar that emerges as the track progresses. The band, meanwhile, continue to impress, treading that fine line between virtuosity and musicality, leaving high expectations for the EP.
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Official Press Release:
Manchester/Leeds based prog metallers, Prognosis have announced details of their new three track EP, Esigen. The first release from the new-look outfit was crafted to both lyrically and musically symbolise the band’s recent transformation, with its three songs set to be released as singles throughout 2023. Lead track Phantom Force, drops 14th April.
Their first new music in two years, the track showcases the band’s maturing sound, which is energised by the addition of versatile new vocalist Corban Skillånder.
Following on from their 2020 single Dark Waters, Phantom Force expands upon its predecessor’s genre-blending exploits whilst blending new ideas and a modernised sound with the band’s signature counterbalance grit and accessibility.
Esigenwill feature three songs which together will represent a wide spectrum of the band’s rapidly evolving sound. In a unique approach to releasing music, each track will be mixed and mastered by different engineers and accompanied by vastly different music videos which will offer unique experiences each time.
“This era of Prognosis feels like a completely different animal, and I couldn’t be more excited by the music we’re creating together,” says guitarist Phil Weller. “Our relationship as songwriters is growing stronger and stronger, and with Corban [Skillånder] fronting the band, our creativity feels limitless.”
Skillånder adds: “I couldn’t be happier to be fronting this new era of Prognosis. The guys have made me feel like family right away and have been so welcoming and encouraging towards my creative input, it really feels like it really is ourband. The future is super exciting.”
On the lyrical narrative behind Phantom Force, Skillånder says: “The song is about an intangible force, something that we don’t understand being able to influence ourselves, our actions, and the world. Acrossthe EP, we’re exploring our relationship with the world and transformations, both personal and metaphysical, within it.”
The band has previously shared stages with Opeth, Devin Townsend and Conjurer and performed at Bloodstock, Into The Grave and Prognosis (no affiliation) festivals. Debut album, Definition, released with an accompanying book of short stories penned by Weller, which further explores the lyrical content of each track. Prog Magazine described the book as being full of “intriguing tales of outsiders and charlatans which marry music and word in a fresh way” whilst Bandcamp has described Prognosis’ songwriting as “a poetic take on prog metal”
Prognosis are:
Corban Skillånder (Vocals)
Phil Weller (Guitars/Vocals)
Lewin Cantor (Guitars/ Vocals)
Yan Akoya (Drums)
Links: www.prognosis.band
www.prognosisuk.bandcamp.com
www.facebook.com/prognosis1
www.instagram.com/prognosis.band
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