Cynic
Cynic is an American progressive metal band, incorporating experimental rock, death metal, and jazz fusion elements, founded in Miami, Florida and currently based in Los Angeles, California. Their first album, Focus released in September 14, 1993 (see 1993 in music), is widely regarded as a landmark release of the genre. The band released their second album on November 17, 2008. Traced in Air was released through French label Season of Mist.
Cynic was formed by guitarist (and now singer) Paul Masvidal and drummer Sean Reinert in 1987. Eventually, they added guitarist Russel Mofsky, and Esteban "Steve" Rincon on vocals. After more personnel changes, they recruited bassist Mark Van Erp and singer Jack Kelly. In 1988, the band made their first recording, simply called the '88 Demo. After the demo, Paul Masvidal took over vocal duties, while continuing to play guitar. The band also added a second guitarist, Jason Gobel. Another demo followed in 1989, this one titled Reflections of a ...
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Cynic discography
- Country: United States
- Genres: Death Metal, Thrash Metal, Progressive Metal, Technical, Fusion
- Years: 1988 - 2010
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