DAYS BETWEEN STATIONS

Days Between Stations is the creative partnership between guitarist Sepand Samzadeh and keyboardist Oscar Fuentes. The duo came together in Los Angeles in November 2003, and named the band after the 1985 novel by Steve Erickson. The band’s sound – Samzadeh calls it “art-rock,” Fuentes labels it “post-prog” – reflects their varied influences, as well as a shared disregard for stylistic boundaries... more

BILLY SHERWOOD

We are much honored this month to have Billy Sherwood (CIRCA:, former YES) as our interview guest. He just released his new CD titled "At The Speed Of Life". Currently, beside his solo projects he is one of the members of the band CIRCA:, formed by ex-YES members Tony Kaye and Alan White, along with Jimmy Haun. They released their first solo album in 2007, followed in 2008 by a live DVD. They are currently in the studio working on their second solo CD...more

Kate BUSH / Never For Ever

1980‘s “Never For Ever” is Kate’s 3rd album. The album was co-produced by Jon Kelly & Kate herself. One of the most interesting things about this album is that it is the first record by a British female artist to top the UK album charts. (Wikipedia). Kate’s progressive approach to music reaches its peak with Never For Ever. She tastefully blends different genres including folk, oriental, rock, classical and jazz. Unlike her first two albums which she wrote on piano, this one was written on synths... more

Torman Maxt

Torman Maxt is a progressive metal outfit out of Southern California. Three brothers make up the band: Tony, Vincent and Dominic Massaro. Only musicians that grew up together could perform music with this degree of precision. This is that incredible band you knew existed, but have yet to discover. The band has three albums in their resume and can be found at their official website, MySpace, iTunes & Rhapsody.

The band started out in the early 90s in Ft Myers Florida, shortly thereafter moving to Southern California where they recorded their first album “Just Talking About the Universe... So far”. The debut album did well for an indie release and set the tone for future releases by this prog-rock group. Next up was The Foolishness of God that found guitarist Tony Massaro at the vocal helm. Their latest release, The Problem of Pain, Part 1, is a rock opera that will be released in two segments (hence the title “Part 1”). Look for this newest release in 2008.

The undeniably enticing characteristic of progressive metal or hard rock music is the roller coaster ride the music will take you on. At the risk of sounding cliché, torman maxt's music is a thrill ride of ups, downs, twists, turns and jolting compositions sure to leave you beaten as well as strangely lifted up.

Tony Massaro, the band's guitarist, while maintaining his identity, as quickly as you hear a straight-ahead metal part, you will be thrown back with a very angry punk type of riff. Other times you will hear a piece that is nothing short of a classical masterpiece and then other times you'll hear what sounds like an interpretation of what the guitar arrangements might have sounded like in antiquity, almost medieval pieces with single acoustic notes dancing above the movement.

Dominic Massaro on bass and keyboards. Not your average rock bassist, he has an unorthodox approach to technique. It's evident that he is not content with being the background rhythm section accompaniment. At times his bass seems to be “singing” and other times a sound is utilized on parts that dominate the piece. He is locked in with the band's sound and convinces the listener he knows what he is doing. The keyboard textures Dominic provides are a continuation of that compositional understanding.

Vincent Massaro is the band's drummer. He displays an ease of versatility on drums. Not simply a drummer keeping time, his feel for the setting can be heard when he either backs up the band with a straight from the gutter beat or dazzles the listener with intricate time signatures. What makes Vincent unique is his sensitivity to the compositions.Vincent is intimate with the song, understanding it's motive and mood. He knows when to attack and when to lay low.

Visit the links below to hear torman maxt

As is always the case here at TheProgFiles, we are all about the artist. Whatever we can do to facilitate a direct interest in the musicians is in everyone's best interest. Having said that, if you are interested in Torman Maxt's music, we encourage you to buy from them direct. You can do so by visting the links below.

www.tormanmaxt.com
MySpace
CD Baby download tracks at iTunes & Rhapsody