Textures

The Profile

Dutch progressive metal band formed in 2001, known for complex rhythms and a mix of aggressive and atmospheric passages; debut album Drawing Circles (2006). The band ceased activity in 2017.

Textures blend progressive metal and metalcore with funk, electronic and ambient passages, using both harsh and clean vocals, frequent tempo and rhythmic changes, and atmospheric interludes.

The available review praises Textures' 2006 album Drawing Circles for its blend of death-metal-tinged aggression, progressive rhythm changes and atmospheric passages. The reviewer highlights contrasts between growled/screamed and clean vocals, frequent tempo shifts, and moments of ambient calm. Overall the review ranks the album highly among 2006 releases.