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AsZension
12+ albums
Progressive rockinstrumentalFusionProgressive metalpost-rock
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AsZension Is a Canadian progressive/instrumental rock band formed in 2007 by multiinstrumentalists Kevin Thiessen and Calvin Shiu, which focuses on fusing progressive rock and metal with a wide array of instrumentation, ethnic soundscapes and musical styles. The bands selftitled debut album was released on January 1st 2012, and soon earned a nomination for Best Début Record at the 2012 ”Prog Awards” The Web World Awards dedicated to Progressive Rock. The album also features the technical and creative drumming of Kyle Sheppard with guest appearances by guitarist Evan Arnott and bassist David Philippe, plus a bonus vocal performance by Geoff Ross on the band’s interpretation of the Gentle Giant classic ”Playing The Game”. As of January 1st 2014, AsZension will be releasing a new studio album entitled ‘’Biosphere’’ as a followup to the ensemble’s 2012 selftitled debut release. In an advancing stage of evolution, the album showcases guest performances from a new lineup of musicians as well as a more dramatic approach to the usual methods of composition, which are primarily guitar and synthesizer driven. The songs heavily employ the usage of ethnic instruments found in Asia along with other ambient/world influences. A more integrated rhythm section is also prominent on the new release, which has a stronger focus on groove and feel. Traditionally, AsZension will be releasing another bonus cover track, this time a world music rendition of the 1979 Rush classic, ‘’Jacob’s Ladder’’.
