Gnostic - former Atheist members

[infoterror]

http://www.gnosticmusic.com/

Review:

Upon hearing of the reemergence of pioneering Atheist drummer Steve Flynn, my curiousity was piqued immediately. I'd always appreciated his slippery brilliance behind the kit, forever giving the impression of struggling not to become caught in the tornado of bizarre rhythmic patterns he himself was creating. I was pleasantly surprised to discover that thirteen years between major recordings and immersion within the materialistic modern-day workplace had not dulled his creativity. In fact, his refreshingly brazen yet occultish approach to rhythmic structuralization is very reminiscent of his previous output, a fact which initially inspired hope. Further, Gnostic is composed of talented players. Former Atheist vocalist Kelly Shaefer produced the album. A concern nags silently: can this band escape the shadow of its predecessor? source (http://www.anus.com/metal/about/reviews)

http://www.gnosticmusic.com/

[metaldick]

Here is a much better review of Gnostic that I found.

http://www.seaoftranquility.org/reviews.php?op=showcontent&id=3157

Flynn is playing better and way faster in this stuff than he did in Atheist!

[metaldick]

I'm not saying anything against his playing in Atheist by any stretch of the imagination. UP has long been one of my all time favorite albums. You can just tell how much he has progressed.

[Corpseworm]

Here is a much better review of Gnostic that I found.

http://www.seaoftranquility.org/reviews.php?op=showcontent&id=3157

Flynn is playing better and way faster in this stuff than he did in Atheist!

I wouldnt say faster, the Atheist stuff is pretty smoking. Its pretty hard to keep up with some of it. All of the reviews are great, I'm glad people have an opinion of the stuff. Its all good feedback and it makes us work harder.

[metaldick]

The timing might be as fast. I'm talking strictly about his playing. His fills are faster, and his double kicks are nearly twice as fast as they were in Atheist. But yes Atheist was very quick.

[Martinator]

Just thought I'd ask this here instead of PMing you, Corpse, but can we order the demo already? The order form isn't up on the site yet, is it? I'd love to get my hands on it and give it a couple of good spins before judging the (excellent) material by the MP3's only.

On a side note: you guys aware of this other band called Gnostic, who just released Hatewar 666 on Infernus Rex? Not that they sound anywhere near as good, with their simple and sloppy black metal, but the names might be confusing...

[WhoCares]

Kind of inevitable that there'd be another band with the same name... that seems to be the case for just about any single word named band out there, unless you invented the word of course, but even then there seems to be a lot of overlap.

I should have my review done soon... I've been slacking... (actually been really busy, and not totally satisfied with my writing)

[WhoCares]

It's just that I want people to try as hard as they can to avoid saying things like.... "Well, it's no Unquestionable Presence....therfore it's just not very good" That's unfair..... It's not U.P....nothing ever will be Those 8 songs were written over a 2-year period....almost 18 years ago....with completely different musicians...... Gnostic is just different and new.... And, I want people to like or dislike it by itself not as an extension of Atheist.
this is understandable...

Mind you, this isn't directed at you WhoCares....... just a general statement about the difficulty in critiquing and journalism in general....whether it's Mark Hamill who could never be anything BUT Luke Skywalker in people's minds....or a TV actor, or other artists known for a big accomplishment. Some are able to transcend their early success and transform.....Madonna has to be one of the best examples in music....though.... I'm no Madonna fan....but you get my drift. I may never be able to be part of an extreme/prog/metal band without it being compared to Atheist.....but Gnostic understands that that's part of the territory and we're cool with that.....
I've seen Mark Hamill's other (pre-star wars) work... and after his car accident he didn't have such a pretty face (which is why you only see him from far/one side in ROTJ) but yes, I get your point.
In fact, most of the reviews for Gnostic have been quite positive so far...with a few folks, again inevitably, saying..."it's not Atheist, but I'll keep an eye on them to see how they develop..." If that's the worst we can get as a review, I think we're in pretty good shape as a band.
Have you been snooping in my documents? that's almost what I have written :emot-LOL:

[Jordan5]

Steve I love what I am hearing from Gnostic ... I WILL buy the album when it's released.

[quigonkick]

^ That's what I'm talking about!

As for the demo, is there an option with you guys to "purchase" it? What I heard on the website was killer (Steve - you have mail) but we all know the importance of fans putting their money where their mouth is. Bills don't pay themselves!

[Jordan5]

I think the demo is free, isn't it?

[Corpseworm]

I think the demo is free, isn't it?

We are trying our best to keep it that way. We may, if it starts to get costly ask for overseas shipping charges. I dont see that happening for US requests. But yes the demos are available without cost and were in the process of having more duplicated. We want as many people to have a demo as possible. We do appreciate the offer for payment but none of the duplications where done professionally. The next demo is probably going to be a different matter. Enjoy!

[Jordan5]

Hey Steve, not sure if you were the one who replied to my email, but I sent ya one back with my address. ;)

[Jordan5]

We are trying our best to keep it that way. We may, if it starts to get costly ask for overseas shipping charges. I dont see that happening for US requests. But yes the demos are available without cost and were in the process of having more duplicated. We want as many people to have a demo as possible. We do appreciate the offer for payment but none of the duplications where done professionally. The next demo is probably going to be a different matter. Enjoy!That's really cool dude, thanks. :D

[Corpseworm]

I know this is not a Gnostic Forum and apologies to Kelly and the rest of you but I wanted to post this. We are scheduling our studio time back at Ledbelly in mid June to record our next demo. We'll keep you posted on the progress, and if any of you have a myspace account check our myspace web page at http://www.myspace.com/gnosticmusic

[WhoCares]

forgot to mention we finally featured the demo last week on Sex to 9 ( so it's in the featured section at http://www.sexto9.com/index.php?item=favorites )

[Corpseworm]

forgot to mention we finally featured the demo last week on Sex to 9 ( so it's in the featured section at http://www.sexto9.com/index.php?item=favorites )Cool, thanks Micah! Hope I spelled your name correctly? Now I can read it.

[WhoCares]

yup,

I should have the website sorted over to the new system soonish, and provide you with a more direct link...

[Corpseworm]

I'm going to send you our new demo after its done this weekend. I'll keep you posted.

[WhoCares]

slick... can't wait to share a pint in just short of a month :D

[cod_fury]

HOLY FUCKING SHIT!!! THE NEW SONGS ARE FUCKING INSANE!! HUGE vocal improvemnt too.!! DAMN THIS IS FUCKIGN HEAVY SHIT

[WhoCares]

nothing arrived here yet :(

[Corpseworm]

nothing arrived here yet :(Mica, Cod Fury checked it out on our myspace page. We dont have any duplicated CD's yet. You are going to Bloodstock right? I have one for you when we get there. We are just making a few dup's so Its not one of those mass mailers like we did the last time. Cheers!

[WhoCares]

bastard, myspace (player on your page) doesn't seem to be working for me...

Yes, I'll be at Bloodstock...

[SteveFlynn]

HOLY FUCKING SHIT!!! THE NEW SONGS ARE FUCKING INSANE!! HUGE vocal improvemnt too.!! DAMN THIS IS FUCKIGN HEAVY SHIT

Thanks a lot Cod!!! I know everybody appreciates it. I'll pass your words along to the rest of the band. We'll put up some CD-quality downloads on the Gnostic website soon. The MySpace stuff just doesn't allow you to hear everything how it should be heard....(that being mainly the drums and bass as Sonny and his counterpart had to be the loudest fucking instruments on the recording this time.... :rolleyes: ) A small penis will do that..... ;)

BUT, obviously, you've not had trouble hearing the vocals.... ;) Kevin left his spleen and one lung in the recording booth....

Thanks again man!!! we really appreciate it.

[WhoCares]

Ok it seems to have worked finally, most of the time it seems to sit on "loading" for eternity... anyways, the mix definitely sounds biased... can't wait for the HQ version...

[opeth223]

i fucking love gnostic....i need to buy the album...if you guys have an album out yet?? im totally new to this sick shit

[opeth223]

wait...nah, you guys only have demo out.....fucking awsome for a demo...what are you waiting for to release a fucking album :D:D i'll be waiting

[Corpseworm]

Thanks Opeth223, we are working on it but sort of busy with Atheist at the moment. We'll have some more time to work on new material and refine our sound after this is all done. We have a ton of stuff in store so I hope you guys keep us in mind. Thanks again for all the support.

[quigonkick]

HOLY STROMBOLI!

I've been a slack-ass in checking those new tunes out.

I simply cannot believe how GOOD this stuff is! I really don't know what to say!!! Major applause to Gnostic. You guys have really outdone yourselves this time. Just don't paint yourself into a corner. :D

Kevin is definetly one of my favorite vocalists out there. That boy needs to have a doctor check him out after every practice. Sounds like he's gonna blow a gasket!

[Unholy Warrior]

I just joined the boards within the last 10 minutes. I'm currently downloading the samples on the Gnostic website. I look forward to hearing them.

[Unholy Warrior]

Just heard some of it and browsed the site. Pretty cool stuff. And I had no idea steve was 75 :D (see his bio).

[WhoCares]

now that I actually have the new demo... someone give me the damn tracklist so I can rip it and put it into our playout system!

[SteveFlynn]

now that I actually have the new demo... someone give me the damn tracklist so I can rip it and put it into our playout system!

1 Sleeping Ground
2 Life, Suffering
3 Isolate Gravity

[WhoCares]

thanks! :D

[phodg]

Steve - any chance we can get all 3 tracks up on myspace for download ? Thanks !

[Kill Or Be Killed]

Steve, don't forget me..... still need to hear both demos properly!

[WhoCares]

ok, added to the playout system, Maria will definitely play one track on today's www.divasatanica.com show... and of course more on Sex to 9 on Friday... etc...

:D

[SteveFlynn]

Steve, don't forget me..... still need to hear both demos properly!

Yes you are correct!!! Sorry..... Send me an e-mail to remind me of your address and I will send one quickly.