• Artist: AREA 55
• Album: One Ocean
• Genre: Progressive
• Country: US
• Perfect if you love: WARRIOR, DREAM THEATER, BREAKING BENJAMIN

An all-around well-done album. From the arrangements to the guitar and drum work, to the vocals it all works. 

• Artist: IRONSTONE
• Album: Prophecy
• Genre: Progressive
• Country: Australia
• Perfect if you love: NOTHING MORE, RA, DREAM THEATER

This Australian-based prog act shows a lot of promise on their debut EP. Its heavy, yet accessible. Check out our review here.

• Artist: ASYLLEX
• Album: Ephemeros
• Genre: Progressive
• Subgenre: Metalcore
• Country: Faroe Islands
• Perfect if you love: BULLET FOR MY VALENTINE, NOTHING MORE, MEGADETH

A unique mix of styles and genres, this is one of our favorites of the year and definitely our favorite Prog Metal album. Check out our “Bands You Should Know” profile on ASYLLEX.