Textures
Formed: 2001
From:
Tilburg,
Netherlands
Last Known Status: Active
Latest Textures News
Below is our complete Textures news coverage, including columns and articles pertaining to the band. Some articles listed may be indirectly related, such as side projects of the band members, etc.
Note: We began associating news directly with bands in late 2003. Therefore, earlier band news may not be listed on this page.
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Textures Premiere New Single & Music Video
Textures, the Dutch progressive metalcore innovators, have announced that their long-awaited comeback album, “Genotype,” will be released on January 23rd via Kscope. After disbanding in 2017, the group officially reunited in 2023, marking this as their first new full-length effort since their return.
The upcoming record follows 2016’s “Phenotype” and serves as its conceptual counterpart. The band first teased the album with “Closer To The Unknown” in June, and have now shared the second single, “At The Edge Of Winter,” released today. The track features a guest appearance from Charlotte Wessels (ex-Delain), with bassist Remko Tielemans handling the direction for its accompanying music video.
Mixed by Forrester Savell (Karnivool, Dead Letter Circus), “Genotype” was self-produced by the band.
“Genotype” track-list: More...
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Textures Sign w/ Kscope - Premiere Comeback Single
Textures have returned with their first new single in several years, releasing "Closer To The Unknown", now available for streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you below. The Dutch progressive metalcore outfit have signed with Kscope for the long-awaited follow-up to their 2016 album Phenotype. This track offers the first glimpse of what's to come from that upcoming release.
The band shared the following about the song: More...
Brutal Assault Unveils 23 Additional Bands
Legendary death metal act Carcass is set to make a triumphant return to the Fortress after a five-year hiatus. Joining them is Cytotoxin, promising an onslaught of toxic and brutal death metal. Death/goregrind force from Belgium Aborted will join the lineup alongside Sweden's Dark Tranquillity, renowned for their signature Gothenburg melodic death metal sound. Vltimas, the apocalypse riders, will complete this imaginary death metal circle.
American band Escuela Grind will bring chaos with their grindcore, followed by Misery Index and Rotten Sound, known for their mixes of death and grind genres. The onslaught will culminate with Pig Destroyer.
Representing the black metal genre are American act Akhlys, underground sensation Yellow Eyes, and folk psychedelic ensemble Hexvessel.
From the gothic scene, the lineup will welcome industrial favorites Deathsars and the post-punk-tinged Unto Others. Finnish melodic outfit Kalmah will arrive from the dark swamps, and heavy-rock-metal band Soil will come from overseas. Cynic, known as "tech metallers," will present a special Focus set in celebration of the re-release of their iconic debut album. Additionally, acts like Master Boot Record, with their 8-bit computer sounds, and the brutally honest post-hardcore group Svalbard will offer their unique musical perspectives.
Prepare for some hardcore action as Madball makes a comeback to Brutal Assault, after six years, promising a lively moshpit. Also making their debut at BA are established bands like Cancer Bats, Show Me The Body known for their innovative musical identity, and This Is Hell, recognized for their intense and energetic live performances in the metal punk scene.
Newly Announced Bands: More...
Mystic Festival (PL) Adds 16 New Bands To Line-Up
Insomnium, Terrorizer, Textures, Vltimas, Villagers of Ioannina City, Gutalax, Skálmöld, Gaupa, Evil Invaders, Party Cannon, Dödsrit, Witching, Dvne, Massive Wagons, Ditz and ten56. have announced their visit to Gdansk. You’ve got 16 more reasons to come to Mystic Festival in June of 2024.
How do you like your death metal? Melancholic and melodic as offered by Finland's Insomnium, or brutal and relentless - the cult Terrorizer returns to the stage, with David Vincent and Pete Sandoval in the lineup! Significantly, one of the most important voices of death metal will be heard at two shows in Gdansk - David will also headline Vltimas, the supergroup he formed with Blasphemer (ex-Mayhem) and Flo Mounier (Cryptopsy).
"Sex, Drugs and Fecal Gore" - the title of this song captures well the sound and character of the Gutalax performances, so here come the Czech heroes of shitty grind. The Brits from Party Cannon, with their crushing slam death metal, also know how to get the party going. The opposite pole of musical experiences will be handled by the Greeks from Villagers of Ioannina City, known for their progressive approach to stoner rock, and the Swedes from Gaupa, playing psychedelic hard rock.
Textures, masters of heavy weight prog-metal, will have a lot to offer to those who value technique and excellent sound, as well as Evil Invaders, moving freely in the territory between thrash and heavy metal. Dvne is also progressive metal in a sense but heavily influenced by post-metal monumentalism.
Skálmöld will bring Viking battle songs from Iceland, Dödsrit will batter their audience with d-beat-driven black metal, and the wounded will be slaughtered by Americans from Witching, who balance black metal aggression with doom solemnity. Massive Wagons invite you to a shameless, loud rock'n'roll party, Ditz also play rock, but with a lot of ambition and a solid dash of hardcore. Closing out today's stakes are ten56., who will come from Paris to unleash mayhem with their mixture of deathcore and nu-metal.
Mystic Festival will take place in Gdansk, Poland at the Gdansk Shipyard on June 5th through 8th, 2024.
Tickets are available now on the Mystic Festival homepage here More...
Crown Compass Reveals Debut Album Details
After a few years of silence, former Textures members Daniël de Jongh and Joe Tal have joined forces with former Pestilence and Exivious drummer Yuma van Eekelen (currently with Our Oceans) and former Cynic and Exivious bassist Robin Zielhorst (currently with Our Oceans) and founded Crown Compass, a progressive/eclectic power house.
The production of "The Drought" started in 2020. The album contains a variety of musical styles in which the band explores its dynamic range. The lyrics on the album are a selection of stories dealing with the individual within a group, within his society and within himself. The two-part story, The Drought, is a tale of abuse and guilt.
The album has been mixed by ex-Cynic and Exivious guitarist Tymon Kruidenier (currently with Our Oceans) and mastered by Brett Caldas-Lima at Tower Studio. It's scheduled to be released on April 8th.
Tracklisting:
1. Send Your Words
2. Ecdysis
3. Gilbert
4. The Drought Pt. 1
5. Transborder Migration
6. Seashells On The Sand
7. A Limited Number Of Heartbeats
8. The Drought Pt. 2
9. Send Your Words (Reprise) More...
Aborted Guitarist Debuts New Solo Track
Aborted/Mendel guitarist Mendel Bij De Leij debuts his new solo track titled "Hellbound", taken from the upcoming new album "Universal Omega", which will be out in stores October 26th. The track features a guest turn from vocalist Daniël de Jongh of Textures fame.
Check out now "Hellbound" below.
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Textures Announces Break Up And Farewell Dates
Another sad day in the history of heavy music: Dutch polyrhythmic metallers Textures has called it quits. The band's full statement reads:
"Ladies and gentlemen, there is no easy way to say this, so here it is: Textures comes to an end.
"Personal motives have led to this decision and it has not been made in haste. These personal reasons made it harder to be the productive band Textures always has been in the past and which this band needs to be. Without this dedication Textures would merely be a shell of what it used to be.
"Break-ups are never easy and always bring difficulties. Unfortunately we have to announce that our anticipated 6th album ‘Genotype’ will not be released and so there will be no double album. At least not for the coming years...
"The breakup of Textures doesn't mean that there is any hardship within the band. We still have a strong connection with current and former members and this decision won't lead to any tensions whatsoever. Furthermore the individual band members will continue to make music and pursue new musical endeavours. Keep your eyes and ears open...
"Thanks to all the friends, fellow musicians and other colleagues we have had the pleasure to meet along the way. And of course special thanks to all the fans who have supported us throughout the years. It is your dedication, appreciation and continued presence at our shows all over the world that made this journey one to remember for a lifetime.
"We hope to see you all very soon on our farewell tour.
"Textures - OUT" More...
Ulsect Debuts New Song "Fall to Depravity"
Dutch band Ulsect - featuring guitarist Joris Bonis and drummer Jasper Barendregt from Dodecahedron, as well as ex-Textures bass player Dennis Aarts - debuts a new song entitled "Fall to Depravity", taken from the upcoming self-titled debut album, which will is due to arrive on May 12, 2017 via Season of Mist.
Check out now "Fall to Depravity" below.
Textures Posts Guitar Playthrough
It's been exactly one year since the release of Textures' fifth studio album "Phenotype." The record was released via Nuclear Blast Records in February of 2016, and today the band celebrates the 1st anniversary by releasing a guitar playthrough for the song "Shaping A Single Grain Of Sand."
Guitarist Joe Tal states: "It's been a long while since we released a guitar playthrough video, it's about time! To me this song represents the essence of the music of Textures; poly-rhythms, groove, a big epic chorus, tempo changes and Thrash metal style riffs. It's all there! Big thanks to fine people at Ibanez guitars." More...
Textures Announces New Tour Dates
The Dutch polyrhythmic metal maniacs from Textures released the first part of a diptych, "Phenotype," last year through Nuclear Blast. The second record of the diptych, "Genotype," is currently in progress.
In April, the band will embark on another touring trek in support of "Phenotype." Support on select dates will come from progressive groove metallers Extremities, UK-based group Exist Immortal, and melodic hardcore band Athena's Word.
Textures had this to say: "We're absolutely thrilled to be heading out on the 'Within The Horizon Tour' coming spring. It's been a while since we played our last show and we can't wait to get out there once more. Besides the pleasure of playing on our home soil, we'll also be entering France, Italy and Switzerland. We're looking forward to be seeing you all in April!" More...
Textures Posts Drum Playthrough
The Dutch polyrhythmic metal maniacs from Textures have recently released the first of two albums, "Phenotype," via Nuclear Blast. The second record of the diptych, "Genotype," will be released next year.
While on tour with Amorphis and Poem, the band has now released a new playthrough video for "Shaping A Single Grain Of Sand." Watch the clip featuring drummer Stef Broks below.
Textures Joining Amorphis On Tour
The Dutch polyrhythmic metallers from Textures are very pleased to announce that they will be supporting Amorphis on most of that band's upcoming U.K/ tour in March. Front man Daniël de Jongh said of the announcement:
“It's a great honour to tour the U.K. as main support for one of the biggest quality metal bands in Europe; Amorphis. The Finnish metallers are touring in support of their latest album ‘Under The Red Cloud’ (2015).
"We will be hitting the road to present material from our new record ‘Phenotype’ (out tomorrow!). See you on the road!”
March 18th – Bristol, The Fleece
March 19th – Manchester, Sound Control
March 20th – Dublin, Button Factory
March 22nd – Wolverhampton, Slade Rooms
March 24th – Glasgow, Cathouse
March 25th – Nottingham, Rescue Rooms
Textures will also play the London Underworld this month as part of a larger European Tour entitled the Oceans Collide Tour 2016.
25th February 2016 – London, The Underworld More...
Textures Posts Track-By-Track Video
Textures is gearing up to drop two albums via Nuclear Blast - "Phenotype" lands on February 5th, while "Genotype" comes one year later in 2017.
In support of "Phenotype," the second part of the track-by-track series sees the light of day today. Check out the clip below. If you missed it, the previous music video for "Shaping A Single Grain Of Sand" can also be seen here, while the album's track listing is as follows:
1. Oceans Collide
2. New Horizons
3. Shaping a Single Grain of Sand
4. Illuminate the Trail
5. Meander
6. Erosion
7. The Fourth Prime
8. Zman
9. Timeless More...
Textures Posts New Music Video
The Dutch polyrhythmic metal maniacs from Textures will release the first of their upcoming two albums "Phenotype" on February 5th, 2016 via Nuclear Blast. The second record of the diptych, "Genotype," will be released one year later.
Today, the band releases a new music video for the track "Shaping A Single Grain Of Sand." Check it out below.
"Phenotype" is a song-based, 60-minute long album where Textures presents an eclectic overview of what modern metal offers. The full track listing is as follows:
1. Oceans Collide
2. New Horizons
3. Shaping a Single Grain of Sand
4. Illuminate the Trail
5. Meander
6. Erosion
7. The Fourth Prime
8. Zman
9. Timeless More...
Textures "Illuminate[s] The Trail" With New Track
Dutch progressive metal act Textures is streaming the new track "Illuminate the Trail" from the upcoming new album "Phenotype." The album is set for release on February 5th via Nuclear Blast Records.
The track listing for the album is:
1 - Oceans Collide
2 - New Horizons (see playthrough video clip here)
3 - Shaping a Single Grain of Sand
4 - Illuminate the Trail
5 - Meander
6 - Erosion
7 - The Fourth Prime
8 - Zman
9 - Timeless
Check out "Illuminate the Trail" here: More...
Textures Posts Playthrough Video
The Dutch progressive metal maniacs from Textures just released a playthrough video for "New Horizons," taken from the "Phenotype" album. The video shows guitarists Joe Tal and Bart Hennephof, joined by synth maestro Uri Dijk, performing the whole song from start to finish.
The band will release the first of two upcoming albums, "Phenotype," on February 5th, 2016 via Nuclear Blast. The second record of the diptych, "Genotype," will be released one year later.
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Metal Bands React To Paris Terrorist Attacks
Members of Metallica, Pantera, In Flames, Testament, AC/DC, Kiss, Slipknot, Mötley Crüe, Slash, Warbringer, Aborted, Periphery, Killswitch Engage, August Burns Red, Raising The Veil, Born Of Osiris, All Shall Perish, Carnifex, Textures and Anthrax etc. are among the musicians who have (so far) reacted with shock and pledges of solidarity for France following the killing of scores of people in attacks in Paris on Friday night. Some of their views can be seen below.
Our hearts are with Paris tonight. pic.twitter.com/ZRDD8BmhvM
— Robert Trujillo (@RobertTrujillo) November 14, 2015More...
Textures Posts "New Horizons" Lyric Clip
The Dutch progressive metal maniacs from Textures will release the first of their upcoming two albums, "Phenotype," on February 5, 2016 via Nuclear Blast. The second record of the diptych, "Genotype," will be released one year later.
Now the time has come for the band to present the first new track off "Phenotype" as new musical virtuosos Uri Dijk (synth) and Joe Tal (guitar) deliver an updated harmonic vibe to the sound. Check out "New Horizons" below and you can also catch the band live on these dates:
12.02 NL Dordrecht - Bibelot
13.02 NL Tilburg - 013
18.02 CH Zürich - Dynamo
19.02 D Frankfurt - Elfer
20.02 D Berlin - Musik & Frieden
21.02 D Hamburg - Headcrash
25.02 UK London - The Underworld
26.02 F Paris - Divan Du Monde
27.02 F Lyon - CCO
28.02 F Colmar - Le Grillen
04.03 B Hasselt - Muziek-O-Droom More...
Textures Reveals Two Upcoming Albums
Dutch progressive metallers Textures is about to release a musical diptych: "Phenotype - Genotype," which will be two new albums set up around one concept. The Dutch sextet is not a band to put out an album every year in a row. The group took almost 2.5 years to write and record albums no. 5 and 6.
"Music is no fast food! Details are crafted and re-crafted. Extra layers are created and stretched to form the ultimate tension span for years to last."
"Phenotype," the first album to be released on February 5, 2016 via Nuclear Blast, is a 60-minute long song-based album. Textures presents an eclectic overview of what modern metal has to offer. Catchy, innovative and progressive songs are what Textures stands for. The new virtuosos Uri Dijk (synth) and Joe Tal (guitar) deliver a harmonic vibe to the band's sound.
"Genotype," which will be released a year later, is a 45-minute long conceptual track. The root material of "Phenotype" is presented in this song, but in a totally different context as Textures goes out of the box: more proggy, more atmosphere and lots of extra layers to fill the last gaps left in this extensive double rollercoaster ride. More...
Dutch Artists Collaborate For "The Power Of Love"
The Power of Love is a Dutch metal collaboration for the Red Cross, a very special large-scale collaboration between Netherlands-based metal artists to help gather donations and bring aid to victims of sexual abuse in conflict territories, featuring (amongst others) Floor Jansen, Simone Simons, Mark Jansen, Charlotte Wessels, Arjen Lucassen, and Ruud Jolie.
The Power Of Love comes on the occasion of 3FM’s Serious Request 2014 - a massive Dutch charity event that is organised every year by one of Netherland’s biggest radio stations.
From December 8th onward, fans will be able to give a donation and download a heavy cover of “The Power of Love,” originally performed by Frankie Goes to Hollywood, at this location. The lineup includes: More...