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| Loucifer |
NicodemusI wasn't sure where to put these guys, as (as far as I'm aware) there is no one else around like them.Nicodemus describe themselves as Progressive Goth Metal. I think this is a pretty accurate description! 
Biography (I decided that Nicodemus.us could sum this up better than I ever could) Nicodemus began in late 1998 as a project of American musician Christopher Morris. After graduating with two music degrees, he left failed bands behind and launched his own label, Dark Throne Music, to release his new work. In 2000 the debut Nicodemus CD "Tales of the Lovelorn & Necromantic" was released. Inspired by traditional, progressive, and European black metal, the album achieved critical acclaim for its original blend of musicianship and dark atmosphere. Compared to such metal heavyweights as Dimmu Borgir and King Diamond, the Nicodemus sound caught on with the metal underground and sales grew strong. Due to such demand, the album received distribution in thirteen countries giving the release international press attention and retail availability. By this time, Nicodemus had grown to include Andrew Greene on drums and Mathew McGee on lead guitar in the live and recording line-up. Buzz about the band continued to grow eventually catching the attention of Jeff Keller Management LLC (Black 'N Blue, Law And Order). In 2002, with a management team in place, Nicodemus signed with US based gothic metal label Dark Symphonies and recruited a second guitarist, Dave Peters. February 11th, 2003 saw the muchanticipated release of the "The Supernatural Omnibus". Critical acclaim continued with the more melodic and progressive approach of the sophomore effort Radio play increased, mainly in Europe, and exposure through metal magazines and on the Internet grew exponentially. Drawing diverse comparisons to bands like Dream Theatre and RUSH, to Theatre of Tragedy and Tristania, Nicodemus was making an impact. Looking for a stronger presence outside of the US, the band immediately began writing new material with a focus on attracting even more attention from the stronger European market. With more focused songwriting and even stronger progressive arrangements, the band left Dark Symphonies and sought a European label for its new home. Winter of 2004 saw the signing of a worldwide deal with Greek metal label SONIC AGE RECORDS. An exciting new chapter for Nicodemus is now under way as the band's new opus is in it's final stages of preparation. Discography Tales of the Lovelorn & Necromantic The Supernatural Omnibus Vanity Is A Virtue My Thoughts... Nicodemus are one of my all-time favourite bands - they are simply astounding. I had the amazing opportunity to see them live in July of this year and they easily lived up to my (high) expectations. I cannot praise this band highly enough. Check them out if you can! 
Add me to MSN if you want me to send a couple of tracks your way. Links Official Website MySpace My review of "Vanity Is A Virtue" My interview with Christopher Morris My recent interview with the band before their gig in Croydon (27th July) |
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| GNR Slash |
haven't heard any of there stuff... any recommendations? | ||
| Loucifer |
I'd recommend anything from their last album "Vanity is a Virtue". "Reason & Relapse", "...And It Becomes You" and "Next In Nocturne" would be very good places to start.
I believe there's a video knocking around for "Next In Nocturne" on YouTube somewhere. I'll have a look and edit this post when I've found it. *edit* BTW, the photos in the first post were taken by yours truly |
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| Wardyboy |
Yeh I liked them at The Cartoon. A good solid sound with strong heavy arrangements. Surprised they haven't had a little more success, worse bands have done well while they haven't been quite so fortunate. | ||
| Loucifer |
This is true. Well... if I had my way they'd have tonnes more success! 
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| Loucifer |
I've found the "Next In Nocturne" vid...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D530ANE10zI |
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| davep666 |
The 'demus rule!!!
Nuff said! |
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| Loucifer |
Agreed! ...and that band that opened for 'em were pretty cool too.... What was their name? Galvanic! 
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| Sammy |
Yeah, that opening band weren't too bad...
Nicodemus were seriously impressive. No doubt about it at all! |
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| LauLau |
I'm listening to Nicodemus now! jenny still talks about them (or should I say one of them-Eric!)
Wasn't sure bout that other band... Galvanic? Lucky i don't know anyone who was in that band!! tee hee only joking! |
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| Loucifer |
Did Jenny like the music? I hope so.... Lau - get yourself an avatar! Or I'll find one for you... then f*ck knows what you'll end up with!
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| Sammy |
Everyone liked them..... and if they didn't they're just wrong. My dad liked them! He doesn't even like metal (though he's pretty open-minded about it all, which is cool). | ||
| Loucifer |
It's a shame that more people didn't stick around after 7th Floor... I mean, they were at the gig anyway - would it really have killed them to stay around for even just one song and find out what this band were like? (This band that had travelled halfway round the world and produced 3 excellent albums) | ||
| Sammy |
More than that it's just a waste of money!
Even if the entry isn't very much it's still worth sticking around to see what a band's like. After all, they had paid to see them (as well as their friends). I was dissapointed. |
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| Loucifer |
As was I....
The stupid thing is that if they had stuck around, they probably would've liked 'em! |
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| Wardyboy |
May I just say I had a way to go on public transport, that is the only reason I wasn't there for the duration! I really liked what I heard, good sound and technique, I just require more passion in performance, but hey that's just me. | ||