Of Matter - Proxy, Retrospect & Resist | TesseracT REACTION! Dan Tompkins OR Ashe O'Hara?!

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[@zachlasseter9788]

Please react to cthulhu by alkaloid. Very heavy and interesting. Meshuggah level insanity.

[@Dragonfly9307]

Polaris and most of Dan's songs are to seek resolution, virtue, and connection but convey angst towards apathy, denial, or shallowness. Altered State is not the opposite but it focuses on entirely different things. This may be why different people favorite both as the pinnacle of music. Altered State's purpose is most clearly defined in Of Mind - Exile and especially the finale: Of Energy - Singularity/Embers. Ashe's songs seek purpose, change, and freedom but convey angst towards abandonment, shame, or nihilism. Altered State conveys much more toil with one's self rather than with the world. It may also seem that considering the style of vocals, lyrics, and instrumentation that Altered State correlates turmoil with excitement, joy, and beauty because struggle brings out one's shameless sense purpose. This isn't the kind of album that is meant to be listened to casually. It's the kind of album that people look back at and say, "This got me through a tough part of my life". Something to get you through your lowest point rather than accompany your highest point.

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[@atzerk3854]

Dan or Ashe? Both. Ashe was perfect for Altered State, it was as if the stars had aligned and the band created something they might never surpass. Still, while melodically and harmonically Altered State is more densely packed, with some unbelievable atmospheres and soundscapes, I think Dan is capable of more dynamics. Or at least, his style is more varied, more technical than Ashe's. Dan sometimes goes to places you wouldn't expect, makes some musical decisions that catch you off guard. Ashe's harmonies on that album are pure bliss, he's a fricking choir of angels all by himself. Dan, on the other hand, is like a singing monster. He's extremely professional and sings with a certain finesse. Ashe gives such an organic quality, such life to a track that would be empty without him, takes you to catharsis. Dan grabs you at the neck and flies high above it with you until you find yourself plummeting toward the earth. They're both ridiculously good. And I still find it hard sometimes to enjoy Altered State tracks with Dan, Ashe's performance was so impeccable. Altered State wouldn't have been such a unique experience with Dan on the vocals. And Ashe wouldn't have made the same decisions in some tracks on Polaris or Sonder which elevate them to being the masterpieces they are. All I know is that this is magical, and I wouldn't have it any other way.

[@ferrisconfines]

God damn, couldn't have said it better

[@ckokomo808]

Great comment. Definitely agree. For me, Altered States is a masterpiece in any genre.

[@wodensol5000]

beautifully put

[@Dragonfly9307]

Polaris and most of Dan's songs are to seek resolution, virtue, and connection but convey angst towards apathy, denial, or shallowness. Altered State is not the opposite but it focuses on entirely different things. This may be why different people favorite both as the pinnacle of music. Altered State's purpose is most clearly defined in Of Matter, Of Mind - Exile, and especially the finale: Of Energy - Singularity/Embers. Ashe's songs seek purpose, change, and freedom but convey angst towards abandonment, shame, or nihilism. Altered State conveys much more toil with one's self rather than with the world. It may also seem that considering the style of vocals, lyrics, and instrumentation that Altered State correlates turmoil with excitement, joy, and beauty because struggle brings out one's shameless sense purpose. This isn't the kind of album that is meant to be listened to casually. It's the kind of album that people look back at and say, "This got me through a tough part of my life". Something to get you through your lowest point rather than accompany your highest point.

[@atzerk3854]

@@Dragonfly9307 oh yeah, I wasn't even going to try going for the underlying lyrical themes and such I was looking at the two of them from a strictly technical standpoint and how their voices each sonically work with the music, basically comparing the two vocalists only in their role as just another "instrument" of the band Of course, there is so much more to each of their interpretations of songs and what they try to convey, I get that. Altered State was the first album I've heard from Tesseract, I was still in high school when it came out, it's an album I'm sure many people keep close to their hearts just like I do.

[@ryanpritt4849]

This album is way more progressive than Polaris. Not many choruses except for nocturne. It’s a multi-listen album for sure but once it clicks it’s over. This 3-part track is definitely a shut ur eyes in the dark kinda piece. I prefer Tompkins but musically and structurally this may be their best work

[@Ukuleleloki94]

Lots might not know that the first two albums, One and Altered State, were recorded at Century Media who work are seen as a metal label, where the latest two, Polaris and Sonder, have been with KScope who are known as a progressive rock label, hence the difference in tesseracts approach.

[@Skeggi]

In my opinion, this album is their best work with distance. But that's perhaps because I love the time changes. They're so well-placed.

[@Hld0487]

There's a live studio version of these three songs out there with Ashe. He sounds good on the official version, but I'd argue he sounds even BETTER live. The whole band is extremely locked in.

[@PandafyMe]

honestly disappointed that wasnt the version he went with. its a much more enjoyable listen imo

[@bigblacc317]

This was the comment I was looking for

[@alihijazi4451]

Absolutely guys!! I just checked out that live version, and it's astoundingly good ❤

[@Grunik1618]

Resist gonna knock him out of his chair.

[@LeeGion_981]

Altered state is more of a grower. Needs a few listens to truly appreciate. It’s hands down my favourite album by them.

[@reneskarmyr]

I concur

[@DrewFortune97]

Already grown so much on me man. Can’t wait to do the next 3!

[@buckfuttler2877]

@@DrewFortune97 you gotta do their debut album, One. EPIC, and HEAVY. Dan has some wicked good screams.

[@avebellium6856]

Agreed

[@Wallriss]

I agree, although not by a lot, it is my favorite.

[@iamjatan]

Interested to see what you think, this whole album is utterly sublime. It's a weird one for me though because Dan is definitely my favourite Tesseract vocalist but this is probably my favourite of their albums.

[@Darkstarex2]

This is the same problem I have. I think the band have not sounded better then they did on this one, close but not quite. The writing is just S+ tier.

[@irockmajorly]

This album has the best songwriting, Polaris has the best production and vocals imo.

[@iamjatan]

@@irockmajorly I personally prefer the production on Altered State just for how heavy the guitars sound, feel like on Polaris and Sonder they sound a bit too mechanical.

[@georgiarara3270]

The saxophone on this album is insane

[@jmlopez5260]

Mr. Chris Barretto, former singer of Monuments... another amazing band

[@noisypinkbubble875]

@@jmlopez5260 fuck man, I miss him on Monuments. Saw them live and I tell you I've never seen so much raw energy and entertainment value coming from a band. They weren't even who I went to see and I enjoyed their set the most haha

[@XAVR_]

Calabi-Yau is an absolute jam, especially as it leads in to the fuckin' biggest groove know to man at the start of Singularity

[@TheVashnessItself99]

Yes please do calabi-Yau into singularity plssssssss

[@RyanCogar]

@@jmlopez5260 for real this dude needs to hear some Monuments with Barretto. MJ metal FTW

[@cyanideanima]

These three tracks are perfection. It's such an emotional rollercoaster trilogy. You feel Ashe's pain and desperation with every note. I can't listen to the whole thing, especially the crescendo of Resist without tearing up. It's so incredibly emotionally heavy and beautiful.

[@benkoch783]

I don't really consider these 3 songs, I can't listen to proxy individually, I have to listen all of of matter, and that's how I feel it's best appreciated, not as 3 different songs, but as 1 experience. That's just me tho

[@ckokomo808]

I literally can’t listen to the album without playing it all the way through!

[@priscillaasagiri4913]

Exactly. The songs until Nocturne are just one song.

[@Musabre]

@@ckokomo808 The only song i can hit up on its own on a whim is Eclipse, just coz it is technical guitar magic bliss for me, but as for the rest, agree! Has to be the whole album all the way through!

[@BenRogersWPG]

You're not human if you don't get goosebumps at 17:34

[@Catch3318]

I think you will appreciate this record in time. It's their Masterpiece till this day in my opinion. It's a Trip. To Answer your question. Daniel as a Vocalist for Tesseract, but Ashe as the singer of Altered State. He was a crucial element on what they accomplish with this album. Ive seen Tesseract Live, and even though Daniel does an amazing job singing Altered State songs, you miss that Ashe touch on the melodies.

[@buckfuttler2877]

One is their Masterpiece IMHO. LOVE this album though.

[@jamescombridgeart]

Check out Dan singing for Earthside: 'a dream in static' :)

[@RestraintBand]

Such a great song and album. I LOVE the selection of guest vocalists

[@Grunik1618]

A tip when trying to figure out a polyrhythmic pattern (the weird patterns you're struggling with) is to listen for either a steady cymbal or snare hit. They will typically be the underlying 4/4 count that you can headbang to.

[@geraltoftexas7631]

Fuck yeah, I recommended this trio like twice lol. Now time for FLOURISH by THE CONTORTIONIST

[@Wallriss]

The Contortionist!

[@reneskarmyr]

Oh lalalala!!!! One of the best albums recorded the last couple of decades. It is beyond FANTASTIC🥳🥳🥳

[@Kipex]

Altered State is definitely still their best work to date for me. It hits a fantastic balance between the gorgeous ambient soundscapes and heavier stuff. I guess in that sense you can kind of hear their evolution in it as well, since it bridges their older material with their newer material quite naturally. Looking forward to Nocturne!

[@thewaxbiscuit]

It's important to note that when it comes to working out time signatures, or "hooking on", meshuggah are quite a unique case in that most of their music is in straight 4/4. They play around the beat a lot, but if you nod your head along and persevere you will find the groove.

[@drewdavidson6976]

Nice! I guess Of Mind is next then 😀 Also, Haken! The Architect, Falling Back to Earth, Carousel, Veil, 1985

[@The_Horse-leafs_Cabbage]

A literal masterpiece, this trilogy. (That song in the intro was pretty cool)

[@mpd370]

I’m so buzzed. Just gonna say... LOVE THIS.

[@Pulsed101]

Polaris is what got me hooked onto Tesseract, Love Utopia mainly for that rap section / disturbed vibe at the end, i wish they did a little more of that. Dan can rap man and it sounds good over that groove

[@mickjager]

This album is best enjoyed in it's entirity. Sit down and just take it in all at once. It might take a few listens to really get into it because some of the weirder grooves can throw you off, but once you get in this album just takes you to a different plane of reality. An Altered State if you will.

[@lukecampbell801]

Absolutely. Light up or pop an edible, listen to this, and if you don't have an emotional reaction and a head full of weird thoughts, you probably don't have a pulse.

[@NORDINILINI]

I wouldn´t trade Ashe for Dan on this album, as I wouldn´t trade Dan for the albums he´s been on. Altered state would not have been the same album without Ashes' absolutely mesmirizing voice on it.

[@WintersTwilightSky]

I love your reactions, man. I’ve watched several of your other vids. But I love how you don’t overuse the “pause, speak, play” dynamic. But your facial expressions and your brief silent reactions are very, very good. I appreciate them.

[@ashrayhebbar5885]

So glad you jumped back again into Tesseract. I personally looovvvveeeee the instrumentals on this album, hope you check out more tracks from Altered State!

[@RestraintBand]

Appreciate your choice in songs to react to, and I purchased the two singles available from Friisson. Excited to hear more. Cheers

[@escher2112]

Ohh man - you cant leave it there!!!! - I was on edge waiting for the HUGE drop at the beginning of Nocturne!!!

[@Gravityys]

Ihlo are a band that you most definitely need to check out, quite the underrated group and they'll hit that same spot as TesseracT. Check them out in your own time if you'd like.

[@ckokomo808]

Never heard of them. Any recommendations on where to start??

[@Gravityys]

@@ckokomo808 They're a newer band so they don't have a large following yet and they only have 1 album (Union) that came out in 2019 but it's a stellar album imo. The opening track should give you an idea of what they sound like and Hollow is one of my favourites from the album. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did, they were a random discovery in my case.

[@ckokomo808]

@@Gravityys sweet! I’ll check them out!

[@Therealchrist]

Oh HELLLL YEAH!!! If this is the studio video, this is the video that got me into TesseracT!

[@BurakOzmucur]

Tesseract - Exile!

[@ryanpritt4849]

Eclipse is freakin ridiculous

[@benkoch783]

For this album, I would say break it into 4 parts, you just reached to of matter, and then I would say do 3 more videos reacting to of mind, of reality, and of energy. They all cover different themes, and while not all of them blend together like of matter(of energy and if reality do tho), I think it's important you listen to it in those 4 separate chunks.

[@Ryl0o]

yes finally, and with the heaviness sonder is even more so that way

[@tomdooly6554]

Glad you finally listen to this, I've been suggesting it for a while

[@HaakonNerby]

If you want to check out more of Ashe O'hara, have a listen to Voices from a Fuselage, the band Ashe was in before TesseracT, and went back to after Altered State. Their song Meteorites is a hidden gem! Also, Thornhill - Coven ;)

[@noisypinkbubble875]

Meteorites is absolutely fantastic

[@daniellozada2290]

Altered State holds a special place in my heart. Dan's work on Polaris and Sonder is amazing as well, Skyharbor's album Guiding Lights is something to look into also, one of Dan's side projects, which is also a great piece of work.

[@maelss]

damn i dont know why im crying while singing along with this...

[@MrNickoOD]

felt lol

[@maelss]

@@MrNickoOD holy crap dude lol that was a year ago

[@TheSolbiatii]

I believe this album was the one that brought Tesseract their identity. I just don’t know if was the band idea or Ashe’s idea. Such a fantastic album anyway.

[@prabhathpshetty7854]

I love Ashes voice, specially all the different layers and textures he gets , the problem is it's very tough for the band to replicate it live... That's where Dan steps in, most of the songs with Dan are way more aggressive and quite staight up with not too much layers and one thing that could be a factor of Ashe moving out was the band wanting to get more on the heavier side and Dan being the perfect choice for that...Love both of them...

[@DrewFortune97]

They need a collab bro, can you imagine

[@michaelkorn361]

When trying to headbang to drops like in Retrospect try matching your banging to the cymbal (china here might be a crash in others) thats how I do it

[@michaelkorn361]

The begining of Proxy... oh man just love it. I can't listen to a song out of those tesseract sequences alone

[@ACKZink]

I see this as one song, 3 movements.

[@paravarium]

Let's go! Hopefully no blocks!

[@mikey13086]

10/10 excited for this. my favorite youtube video is the live at sphere studios one, but any will do.

[@bcc91]

I first listened to Sonder and it became an instant favourite. Then I browsed through the whole discography and Polaris became my favourite almbum. But now my favourite is Altered State and I think I'm staying here. It took time, but it cached me after a few listens. It matures and becomes a otherworldly experience everytime, specially if you do it while closing your eyes and focusing solely on it.

[@irockmajorly]

You've gotta see dan sing these songs man, he does them so well

[@mickjager]

Ashe and Dan both have their place. Ashe did an amazing job on this album but the other albums fit Daniel better. I do consider Dan to be the real TesseracT vocalist because he fits most of their discography, but this is still my favourite TesseracT album. It is truly one of the best albums of the past decade.

[@PhoenixDecim]

I was almost going to correct you for 'the past decade' lmao

[@escher2112]

"..that still kindof awkward groove pattern.." Say it with us Drew - Djent. Tesseract was one of the originators.. that off-balance syncopated feel is the essence of Djent.

[@jaydenjbryant8665]

It’s honestly not just Ashe that makes Altered State so amazing. It’s everything

[@hanapfene]

If you have 24 minutes, check out “8” from Uneven Structure, its a fun dive

[@TundraCH]

Yes!

[@Shiftimusknob]

Also, Februus. One of the best albums of the past 10 years imo.

[@hanapfene]

@@Shiftimusknob it’s great! But a little harder to pick singles from that works without context

[@petrsimak9555]

The contrast between heaviness and technicality vs beautiful clean vocals on Altered State is just amazing, plus all the tracks kill. I don't do it very often but for me, this is 10/10. Masterpiece.

[@PhoenixDecim]

Finally! There's something wrong with the audio tho. I checked out this video after watching this and it definitely sounded weird.

[@nurplepain3636]

Of Energy slaps

[@mpd370]

Tesseract “One” is their heaviest album. I believe.

[@Ledjent]

"Nocturne" is probably my favourite track of this album! And it is one of the best ones for sure! Definitely check it out :)

[@TundraCH]

Was waiting for some more Tesseract/Periphery, nice! you should do a Periphery track from their first album P1, think youd definitely dig The Walk from there

[@darkphoenix2]

Someone new to Periphery does not need to listen to P1. The band isn't even satisfied with that album. He has a lot of better songs to choose from.

[@transamphoenix]

@@darkphoenix2 Racecar and Icarus Lives, and Ow My Feelings, are the 3 songs that got me hooked on periphery. First 3 songs I’ve heard from them.

[@MrNickoOD]

@@darkphoenix2 it took me a while to get into p1 mainly bc of the vocals but it rlly grew on me

[@Wermilon1]

you have to listen "Periphery"

[@Vynterchilld]

Altered State is my favorite TesseracT record, but I equally love both Ashe and Dan. Plus, Dan has a bunch of interesting projects I'm really enjoying (solo, Zeta, WMBB...)...

[@moatfloater]

Periphery - Satellites. When?

[@Grunik1618]

Resist is never long enough.

[@jmlopez5260]

Oh God yes!!!! Finally!!!!

[@wodensol5000]

This album means a lot to me. I remember picking this up when i was like 15 or 16, i forget. I don't listen to tesseract much if at all these days, but Altered State is still one of the best albums i have ever heard. It's sonically amazing and Ashe just brings it to a truly 10/10 album. Perfection. Dan is great too, i got to meet the band years ago after seeing their first live gig with Dan again. Very cool lot, amazing musicians.

[@satellite_anomaly]

While I love Dan’s entire body of work, this album was my true inception to Tesseract. I remember disliking the little bit of Concealing Fate a friend showed me, and it taking a couple of years before I gave this a try. It was love at first listen. It’s an album best binged. Funny enough, I didn’t like Polaris when it came out since I was still hooked on this album. It’ll all become Tesseract eventually.

[@JUJUJUNO]

If you want something that is well constructed but kinda weird in the same time, I think The Mars Volta would be an amazing band to get into, De-loused in the Comatorium is a general favorite but I personally think that The Bedlam in Goliath or Amputechture are more nice to get into, especially the songs Metatron, Wax Simulacra or Tetragrammaton

[@JUJUJUNO]

Also, Thank You Scientist is an amazing band too, would love to see you reacting to some of their songs, especially The Somnambulist

[@keyllyek]

Great video again, thanks Friisson, great songs and a really great way to start an album. Keep it up man! React to Pomegranate Tiger - Sign of Ruin!

[@abhishekchaubey903]

Altered state is more progressive, Polaris is more melodic. Ash could be a more capable vocalist but Dan is on a whole different level when it comes to incorporate musicality and emotions in the song.

[@mpd370]

Drew, I am so glad you are doing this album in the movements. As you listen a few more times you’ll understand it a little more. I love Daniel and Ashe. This album is very different. I can’t wait to see you react to “One.” April, Eden, Concealing Fate... you are in for a treat. Fantastic music.

[@HKTimbo]

They’re both outstanding. There’s no need to say who’s best.

[@AlbinKarlsson333]

YES!!!! Now do the nexst two off this album!!!

[@darkphoenix2]

This was the first Tesseract song I listened to so I was pretty impressed. And yeah, I think of it as one song. The first part makes the second part better, the first two parts lead into the third for the big finish. I like Daniel Tompkins more though. I really wanna hear his version of this.

[@alexanderlindsey7134]

I've listened to off matter like 100 times and it still gives me goosebumps. That song has got to be one of the best prog songs ever written IMO.

[@mpd370]

I LOVE this Drew. Keep going for the Sax appeal!!

[@jamescombridgeart]

I think often the rhythms of tesseract are confusing because of their polyrhythmic nature. Often they are in 4:4 but have a different syncopated pattern from another time signature overlaid on top. This is what gives you the feeling of 'finding the one' and then losing it again, as sometimes they two time sigs overlap, and sometimes they are opposing and a little more disjointed. Thats the general sense I get, there's still plenty of tracks I can't pin haha, so I just get used to the patterns themselves and try not to overthink it :)

[@bryancase2643]

The Hurt That Finds You First, The Demon’s Name is Surveillance, and Swarm : Meshuggah

[@hyenascar]

I'm just surprised more people haven't brought up skyharbor (Dan' project that he joined from Tesseract) .or Voices from the Fuselage(Ashes new band) Dan Amazing vocalists, however the more you listen to Altered State the more it become No. 1 by a landslide.

[@hyenascar]

Please avoid newer Skyharbor songs, that don't have Dan in it.

[@T1hitsTheHighestNote]

Ashe is special. In a really good way. The offbeaty rhythm you're feeling is exactly just that, odd time signatures, and syncopation.

[@adriandubbs8587]

They do a live studio video recording of this called Of Matter live at Sphere Studios. Sounds just as good as the album version. Its amazing

[@RebelKicks-mn4kc]

The first three tracks are relatively slow. The rest of the album picks up considerably and takes you on an insane journey, especially Singularity/Embers, it’s the grand finale. You gotta do the album in order though!

[@noisypinkbubble875]

These comments are already all perfect explaining the Dan / Ashe differences, and I agree that this album will grow on you. I do hope you'll go back through and listen to it on your own, because it was honestly a bit upsetting to hear you talking during the soft parts. I know why you did and have to, but for this song in particular it hurt lol. If you think about it, this album is more like 4 songs - Of Matter, Of Mind, Of Realiyy, Of Energy - each with multiple movements. So the outros between songs are actually between movements. This album is a long-form masterpiece, even though Dan is my favorite vocalist.

[@lowhit]

Re listen couple of times the album as a hole after reacting and it will all come together. This happens many times in prog/metal/rock albums. You 'll see trust me!

[@Fez135]

Your best bet, listening for the rhythm in something like this, is finding one of the cymbals that's in a regular time. Jay normally has a crash or china that's going along in 4/4 in the background. Once you get used to listening for them it just syncs.

[@ZombryaTheDark]

Ashe and Daniel are two titan level vocalists. Soo good

[@framar601]

You should check out Voices from the fuselage since you love the band so much, its Ashe O'Haras newest band. One of the greatest to ever do it.

[@atharvakarandikar441]

HAKEN : CRYSTALLIZED !!!!!!!!!!

[@Nameless-iz3ko]

One of the best albums of 21st century, easily. Magnum Opus ❤️

[@sicboi80]

This is my favorite TesseracT album. This one just hits different for me.

[@FlipperWolf]

I hope you'll react to the three "Of Mind" songs on this same album, or at the very least to "Of Mind - Nocturne", this one is of their best bangers for sure!

[@diegoalonso1424]

I always have been a Daniel Tompkins fan to the bone but in this album Ashe did an OUTSTANDING job.

[@mpd370]

Please do these in the movements. Or.... do it all at once. 🤷🏻‍♂️❤️

[@SynysterGates70]

Let's gooooooo!!

[@codymartinez4493]

if you do like Dan, check out his side projects! Zeta and White moth Black Butterfly. Really different stuff!

[@lamp3tt]

I've seen an interview with the band where they say Ashe is really good at what he does but he limits what the rest of the band can do. Where as Dan can literally sing anything so it lets the rest of the band play whatever they want. In terms of starting heavier the genesis of Tesseract was it a band called Fellsilent. Give them a listen if you want to hear where the sound came from. The talent in that band was insane with the bands Tesseract, Monuments and Heart of a Coward all steming from Fellsilent. Also if you want the full history of British Djent then do some Sikth as well. Fellsilent - kzbin.info/www/bejne/iorUfpKPj86lj9E Sikth - kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2KZg6F6hLqKm8U

[@geraltoftexas7631]

I prefer Dan and Polaris is still my fav album by them. But there's no denying that Altered State is their most impressive instrumentally.

[@RyanCogar]

You're not the only one to get fooled by that opening groove in Retrospect haha, it throws you off for sure. Jay Postones is a monster drummer. Hope you dip into some Monuments after Tesseract. Their singer plays the sax you'll hear a little later on in the album, but Monuments are a very groovy, heavy machine themselves. Dan Tompkins also spent a while in Skyharbor after leaving Tesseract which I think really let him loose with some melodic vocals. Their record "Guiding Lights" is also a must IMO.

[@clausnielsen9446]

If you haven't already heard it, then find "Anup Sastry" with the Doom cover "The only thing they fear is you".

[@Nephzi]

I love Dan Tompkins and TesseracT but for me Ashe was the best vocalist for the band... but I've spoken to to Jay the drummer of the band and he hasn't spoken to Ashe since he was in the band but through the entire time that Dan wasn't in the band they remained in contact because all the of the band were mates with him... I personally find it a shame because I prefer Ashe's vocals with the incredible instrumentality of the band but Ashe's other band Voices From The Fuselage is sick as is Dan Tompkins vocals on the other bands that he's works with such as Sky Harbour

[@reneskarmyr]

This reminds me of my first listen of the album. To be honest, I was dissapointed. I’ve followed Tesserract since their demo, and had the highest expectations. But, not an instant hit. However, more than enough to get my attention, and already on the second listen the album got to me. Big time. It is probably one of the albums I’ve heard the most alongside Tool and Leprous (oh, you gotta do more Leprous🙏🏻). Looking forward to more reacts from this album, there are some perfect songs up ahead🤟

[@Derekcoma]

Drew did you watch Portals? cause when that becomes public will show you how good Dan is

[@atharvajoshi5331]

A few more listens and you'll be bumping/crying to the Retrospect+Resist combo onslaught.