Atheist

Atheist was among the elite of the Tampa Bay death metal scene. Generally mentioned in the same breath as Death and Cynic, they still manage to remain one of the most unique metal acts ever. Featuring a particularly strong rhythm section, Atheist managed to incorporate elements of jazz and even latin music into their death metal outfit. After splitting up for around 15 years, they have finally reformed and plan to release a new album featuring a cover of Rush's "YYZ".

1. Unholy War
2. Room With A View
3. Mother Man
4. And The Psychic Saw
5. Samba Briza
6. Air
7. Earth

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Cynic

Cynic is a highly acclaimed and musically amazing band. Combining irregular time signatures, a mixture of robotic and death growl vocals, amazing instrumental work and philosophical lyrics, Cynic is a rare type of metal that transcends the title of progressive metal and can only be described as jazz metal. They have only released one album to date, Focus, and are planning on releasing a second by the end of the year.

1. The Eagle Nature
2. Sentiment
3. Uroboric Forms

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