Italian progressive metal duo Asymmetric Universe are marking one year since A Memory And What Came After with a deluxe digital edition featuring three reimaginings of select tracks.
Founded by multi-instrumentalists Nicolò and Federico Vese, the duo has carved out a distinct space in the modern instrumental scene with a sound that blends the aggressive intensity of metal with the rich harmonies and improvisational spirit of jazz fusion.
“In the latest year we had the chance of playing it live in some live shows and connecting with so many people both at the shows and online, all of this thanks to this record,” says Federico. “We are so happy to celebrate the first anniversary of our debut album releasing a new version of some selected songs. As artists we are always evolving and it felt natural to give a new interpretation of some of the album music, enhancing some of the characteristics of the original versions or completely changing the aesthetic while still retaining the same vibes and feelings. Maybe you will listen to the original versions in a different way after having listened to the new ones!”
Stream the deluxe edition: https://asymmetricuniverse.lnk.to/AMemoryandWhatCameAfter-DeluxeEdition
About The Album
The record reflects a refined vision and deeper maturity.
“We have grown a lot since, both as artists and as human beings,” says Federico. “We always liked to blend genres, and we believe that now we have reached a clear vision of the balance of these genres.”
Earlier work often fused genres section by section. With more confidence, the duo began each track with hybrid intentions, resulting in a more cohesive and expressive sound.
“All the different arrangements and melodies are working together towards the same goal: convey the message and feeling that was at the base of each song.”
Saxophone features prominently, a decision inspired in part by a Bilmuri live show.
“We always loved adding trumpets and saxophones. In this album we changed the balance with these instruments again, focusing on saxophone as we felt it was fitting perfectly with the vibe of the album.”
The album was mixed by Sebastian Sendon, with Adam “Nolly” Getgood assisting on drum recording, which took place at Middle Farm Studios in the UK.
Deluxe Edition Tracklist
- Coquelicot (feat. Richard Henshall of Haken)
- Fair Enough
- Don’t Go Too Early
- Reaction – Overthrow (feat. Jared Yee of Sungazer)
- Reaction – Thirst For Stars
- Feather On A Glass
- Dancing Through Contradictions
- Opaco
- Those Who Stay
- Coquelicot – A Distorted Memory
- Reaction – An Imperfect Memory
- Recovery – A Starless Memory
Available as a limited CD digipak, limited blue and black marbled LP and digital album.
Order A Memory And What Came After: https://asymmetricuniverse.lnk.to/AMAWCA-Album
Live
Asymmetric Universe play with Temic and Kingcrow on October 15 at Slaughter Club in Milan, Italy.
Photo credit: Edoardo Giuliani
