About this Event

Spires:



Spires are a four piece Progressive Metal band, based in Manchester, UK. Although they are often compared to Opeth, Emperor, Mastodon and Cynic, this barely touches on the kaleidoscope of influences, both metal and otherwise, that combine to deliver a truly original sound.



Spires released their critically acclaimed début full length album, 'Spiral of Ascension' in November 2010, with which they've built up a sizeable following, especially when combined with their reputation as an extremely tight, energetic, passionate and hardworking live band.



In June 2012 Spires also released ‘Lucid Abstractions’ a limited edition acoustic EP, which saw the band exploring their softer side, with prominent use of cello, percussion and female vocals. They are currently busy writing their second LP, which is expected to be released in early 2013.



http://spiresband.co.uk/



Tempus Fusion



Epic metal with crushing riffs and huge melodies - for fans of Devin Townsend, Soilwork, Tesseract and the like. Their well-received debut album is available to download for free from their Facebook page.



https://www.facebook.com/tempu sfusionband



HeKz



'These Bedford boys aren't afraid to take the inspiration of Iron Maiden the rationale of Dream Theater and make the combination work for them.'

PROG Magazine (UK)



Storming out of England with all the bombast and bravado of their heroes comes HeKz! Fresh recording their self-financed, self-produced debut album 'TABULA RASA', the boys from Bedfordshire are ready to unleash their refreshing take on progressive metal onto the international metal scene.



Having received recognition on their home soil by way of positive reviews in press, both online and in print, high profile support slots and an appearance at Bloodstock Open Air, HeKz have their eyes set firmly forwards with the drive and determination to take 'TABULA RASA' to the masses.



www.facebook.com/HeKztheBand