Yakuza Beyul CD

2012 album from the Chicago-based avant-garde Metal band. Yakuza fought an uphill battle as a criminally underrated and under-appreciated act in the heavy music scene. Their unique, eclectic sound incorporates jazz-influenced and ultra-progressive moments rarely heard in the genre, while band leader / vocalist Bruce Lamont's occasional saxophone work makes them even more alien and distinct from their contemporaries. Now, the band follows of Seismic Consequence with another storming triumph that will bring them the attention and respect they've deserved since the beginning of their career. With Lamont's strongest performance to date, Beyul takes it to the next level, melding their revolutionary style with straightforward, more accessible songwriting and melodies: an ambitious and powerful album from a band at the height of their powers.

1. Oil and Water 2. On the Last Day 3. Man Is Machine 4. Fire Temple and Beyond 5. Mouth of the Lion 6. Species 7. Lotus Array