Despite many struggles Cynic returns triumphantly with the expansive musical vision and the futuristic soundscapes of the highly anticipated full-length “Ascension Codes”.
The ethereal atmospheric nuances of “The Winged Ones” begin a celestial voyage as the glowing guitar phrases flow gently following a spacey rhythm that often embraces striking technical prog elements leading to an intricate solo.
“Elements And Their Inhabitants” generates a heavier momentum as the precise combo of monumental drumming and crunchy riffage naturally create interesting rhythmic twists surrounded by luminous atmospheric layers.
The strength of “6th Dimensional Archetype” relies on the convoluted guitar progressions well supported by the eclectic rhythmic section and embellished by cinematic atmospheric textures and shimmering harmonies.
“Architects Of Consciousness” feels like traveling in outer space with a mix of robotic synths and hazy atmospheric accents accompanied by a soft vocal delivery while the excellent guitar work shifts from heavier riffs to fragile melodic passages.
“Diamond Light Body” follows a fascinating avant-garde pathway blending jazzy textures and an intense prog inspiration to craft shape-shifting rhythmic patterns and brighter melodic crescendos.
With a supernatural allure, especially evident in the code interludes, “Ascension Codes” takes you to a distant dimension as Cynic chooses a multifaceted progressive approach bravely exploring diverse musical territories and surprising the audience with loads of unexpected complex dynamics.