Means End (band)
| Means End | |
|---|---|
| Origin | , Sweden |
| Genres | Progressive metal, experimental metal |
| Years active | 2011—2015 |
| Labels | Independent, Rogue Records America |
| Associated acts | Vildhjarta, Uneven Structure |
| Members | Christian Schreil Rasmus Hemse Robert Luciani Leonard Östlund Andreas Grimell |
Means End was a Swedish progressive metal band from whose sound is spearheaded by SATB choirs, operatic vocals, 8-string guitars, and jazz-fusion compositions. Their music is likened to an amalgamation of artists such as Eric Whitacre, Devin Townsend, Meshuggah, Yellowjackets. They are notable for bridging the gap between classical composition and contemporary instrumentalism.
Means End was formed in late 2011 by bassist Rasmus Hemse and drummer Christian Schreil (previous member of Uneven Structure). They were later joined by acclaimed vocalist and Microsoft guru Robert Luciani (previous member of Vildhjarta) and fusion guitarist Peter Leonard Östund. Within a couple of months, Means End released an extended play with three songs to present their particular style and began composing a full-length album.
In 2012, the band earned endorsements with Toontrack, Fractal Audio, Lundgren Pickups , Microsoft, and partnered with Grammy Winning composer Eric Whitacre to remake his choir composition “Nox Aurumque” into a linear tempo metal song. Means End also performed at Vol.8 of the renowned Euroblast Festival with excellent feedback and an appreciated performance. After a year of focused composition and collaboration, Means End self-released their 12- debut album, "The Didact". The album would earn Means End their first record deal.
In 2013, Means End signed a publishing and distribution deal with Rogue Records America for their next album, as well as for the re-release of their debut album 'The Didact' in physical and digital formats. Means End said this in reaction to their new relationship with Rogue, “Of all the reputable companies we’ve approached, Rogue is the only one not afraid to their chin out. They bet on up-and-coming bands, invent modern and clever distribution and marketing strategies, work with alternative media channels like video-game publishers, and lots of other things that the ageing plus-size labels simply can’t match. More importantly though, our strategic partnership with Rogue will result in more and better music than ever before. We’re looking forward to drawing on all of Rogue’s creative talent.” The band is now writing material for their next album set to be released sometime in 2015. On April 29, 2014 a new guitarist, Andreas Grimell, was introduced in an instrumental, dual-guitar, playthrough of their song Omega Barrier.
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