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Genre: Down-tempo / Hardcore / Metal
Location Toronto, Ontario, Ca
Profile Views: 232613
Last Login: 2/12/2012
Member Since 6/6/2006
Website http://www.msplinks.com/MDFodHRwOi8vdGl0YW5zbGF5cy5jb20=
Record Label React with Protest / Feast or Famine
Type of Label Indie
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Bio
There's a fresh behemoth devastating the globe. Despite taking its name from a saga extending back to Ancient Greek mythology, this unearthed demon defiles via steely, barbaric prowess and uncompromising girth. Bold, brutish and vicious, the only moniker that possibly conveys its explosive dominance has been culled from antiquated primordial deities. This is Titan. Formed as a quartet in 2006 yet eventually expanding their assault to include a fifth assailant a year later, Toronto-based hardcore/metal leviathan Titan has been violating metal audiences since their inception by means of commanding releases and live performances across Canada and Europe. EPs including The Chrysanthemum Pledge and most recent critically-acclaimed leveler Colossus EP (React with Protest/Feast or Famine Recordings) have only solidified their dexterity and confirmed an overall mission of binding sensory mass with emotional force. Assertive and forthright, the band's volatile rhythms, apocalyptic pacing and bloodthirsty vocals create unrestrained metallic dirges worthy of comparison to malevolent divinity. "Our goal is to write songs that are heavy and intense while still keeping a sense of melody," asserts Chris W. "There are so many tech metal bands and generic hardcore bands out there – who all have their niche – but we're doing something that's not really being done right now. We blend the heaviness of metal with the extremity of hardcore in a new and interesting way. It makes us epic, intense, and heavy as fuck." A union between the severity of hardcore and technical mastery/sinister malice of metal, such a bombastic sonic outcome from Titan is inevitable. Maintaining roots consistent with traditional Canadian hardcore established by the likes of Union Of Uranus, Buried Inside, Cursed and more, Titan enhances a rich, thunderous history with their own furious approach. Still, engrossed in augmenting their original style, as the band pens its debut full-length, a deeper cohesion of sonic and thematic plots is arising. "Where we are now is definitely an organic growth, even if the beginnings were somewhat pointed," Chris W. continues. "Some time after writing the first record, I started getting really into mid-era Neurosis, which became a substantial influence on Titan. I think their influence is why our songs have gradually gotten longer and heavier." Pulling inspiration from the most unusual places, Titan draw on a unique wealth of influences for their multifaceted musical onslaught. Sludge-driven metal acts unite with the progressive nature of '70s rockers underneath lyrical motivation culled from endless research. The results are references to cultural icons like Nietzsche, Ingmar Bergman, Foucault, E.B. Strange, Dostoevsky, Euripides, de Sade, Nabokov and Milton, with typical Titan songs featuring bold and anomalous subjects ranging from Zoroastrianism, Ancient Roman execution methods and Japanese ghost folklore to Marvel comics sagas. "We write truly original metal lyrics with a depth not seen before in heavy music. They feature broad topics but have a body of research and reference within them that one can simply read over and enjoy or take the time to look into the depth of a 'world' I'm creating. Each songs is woven pretty tightly with reference whether it be to a specific event, myth, theory or saga I've fictionalized myself" notes James, laughing that, "Our lyrics are ultimately an expression of our obsessive nature." Consolidating these motley elements into a music that is brazen and authoritative regardless of volume, Titan ensure that their cardinal design is not only inimitable but ever-adapting. Looking forward to more universal touring in support of future releases, Chris W. beams that Titan has only just begun to decimate with its conviction empowered by an unyielding metallic brawn and vehemence, aspects that solidify their passion and commitment to make metal as intellectual as it is spiritually stirring. "We're not a political band, we're not necessarily a personal band. Our only outlook is to make the crushing parts even more crushing and melodic parts even more heart-wrenching. I guess in a way that makes us an emotional band, but of course not in the pop culture sense that's used these days." For booking, email titanslays@gmail.com. No booking is done through myspace. -
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here's a rendering of what the Warmer Months 12'' will look like (both with the cover and without the cover).... http://t.co/g18M23WP
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can anyone help us fill in a tour date on friday july 13th. anywhere between marseille, france and berlin,... http://t.co/l27YKMOU
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Just in case you missed this the last time i posted it: a new TITAN track http://t.co/KVO8DQIO... http://t.co/fxrahqKc
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I know you've all been waiting a long time, and the time is finally here. Sample a new TITAN track from our upcoming... http://t.co/KVO8DQIO
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7 Songs | Sep 21, 2008
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- Tormented Trees1 year ago
hi titan!
crazy good show in antwerp, i'm Taco Bals, maybe you guys remember me?
hope to see you in belgium again playing!
cheers! - Lizards Have Personalit…1 year ago
absolutely love you dudes. colossus is fucking epic. <3 andrew
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- Ensorcelor1 year ago
how was tour?
- Those Who Vanished1 year ago
Seriously dig the new songs. Fucking awesome. I hope you guys play in Toronto or London again soon.
- I am a Proud Knight in …1 year ago
Just to tell you that you were great in Paris.
- Lé Bénch1 year ago
great show in leipzig
you have a new fan ;) - Dimitri Weis1 year ago
hey guys:) du you still playin tomorrow at gleis 22 in münster? i would come to see you with some friends!
- Fuck the facts.1 year ago
Good job on the new track dudes.
- KEN mode1 year ago
Let's do it! KEN mode is definitely intending on hitting Europe with a vengeance in 2011, so...
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