Alarum

Australian technical/progressive metal band formed around 1992, noted for a technical death/thrash approach with progressive and jazz‑fusion influences. Reviewed here for the album Eventuality....

Line-up on the reviewed album: Mark Palfreyman (vocals, bass), Mark Evans (guitars), Rob Brens (drums, percussion). First album released in 1999; Eventuality released five years later (as noted in the review). Review compares the band's approach to Atheist and Cynic and notes influences from jazz fusion and Maudlin Of The Well.

The single DeBaser review praises Alarum's Eventuality... for revitalizing technical thrash/death with a strong melodic and progressive sense. The reviewer highlights jazz-fusion touches and excellent production while noting a slight emotional distance in places. Comparisons are made to Atheist, Cynic and elements of American progressive metal and fusion.

For:Fans of technical/progressive metal, listeners of Atheist, Cynic, Watchtower and those who like jazz‑fusion touches in metal.