Metal Cynosure


Welcome to Metal Cynosure. The idea of this page is simple -- to showcase all the talented metal bands out there that most people have never heard of. I know a lot of people who are into metal music, but are only aware of the bands that are very popular and can get their CDs from all the major music stores. Theres so much unheard talent out there! Check back often for a new dose of metal.

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Morgion



Morgion
Morgion was formed in 1990 by Dwayne Boardman (Guitars), Jeremy Peto (Vocals, Bass), Mike Davis (Guitars) and Rhett Davis (Drums). The band recorded their debut “Rabid Decay” demo in 1991, followed by the “Travesty” 7" in 1993. With the addition of Bobby Thomas (Guitars) and Ed Parker (Keyboards) in 1994, Morgion recorded a what would become “Among Majestic Ruin” on Relapse Records in 1997. In 1995, Gary Griffith joined Morgion as a replacement for Parker on keyboards. In 1998, Thomas departed and Griffith took on both guitar and keyboard duties. Morgion then wrote and recorded Solinari released by Relapse Records in 1999. In 2002 Morgion moved forward with Justin Christian on Bass and an album partnership with Dark Symphonies. “Cloaked by Ages, Crowned in Earth” was released in April of 2004 and stands as the band’s most diverse and most successful release. Boardman and Griffith left Morgion in 2004, and the band was officially put to rest.

I only discovered this band after the release of "Cloaked by Ages, Crowned in Earth" and was immediately amazed by this album. The overall atmosphere of the album is brilliant and definately makes you want to keep listening. This album was also one of the albums that really got me into the doom genre.

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