International super group Temic shapes a personal contemporary progressive metal style on the brand new album “Ceiba” focusing on glowing melodic motifs and majestic instrumental acrobatics.
On “Ashes” sumptuous keyboards evoke major epic vibes around the energetic riffage and the extremely catchy chorus adds uplifting feelings while the exceptional technique that characterizes the opulent guitar leads certainty steals the spotlight.
“Ceased To Be” acquires dramatic nuances offering enthralling harmonies perfectly matched by the solemn vocals while guitars masterfully keep an engaging rhythmic momentum often increasing heaviness and speed.
The elaborate structure of “Casting Stone” generates an unstoppable series of belligerent rhythmic blasts fueled by faster angered drumming and razor sharp riffing naturally leading to an insane guitar solo.
Since the beginning “Parting the Waves Inside” reaches a palpable emotional depth with eloquent vocals accompanied by a soothing piano piece swiftly followed by a monolithic rhythmic core as guitars fully embrace fierce tones and a glorious technical approach.
Throughout “Alone” Temic show their vulnerable side focusing on the contemplative beauty of the charming melodic phrases and the sentimental vocal delivery following a softer rhythmic pathway that still holds a stylish progressive flair reaching the acme with a dazzling guitar solo.
“As Long As We Last” immediately stands out for the dreamy atmospheric arrangements that emphasize the emotive essence of the shimmering guitar melodies and the dramatic vocal performance yet the precise rhythmic section delivers some complex thunderous grooves.
Excellent technical skills and a refined composition are at the center of “Ceiba” but Temic also chooses to explore themes of loss and grief aiming to express sincere emotions.