![]() ![]() ![]() Changes aside, the basic ’90s inspired progressive death formula remains, heavily influenced by scene legends, most notably, evoking the formidable legacy of mid era- Death and Atheist. High profile drummer/vocalist George Kollias (Nile) has departed, with Bryce Butler subbing in, while original vocalist Cody McConnell and bassist Bill Bodily join mainstay duo of Jim Tasikas and Brian Mason, sharing guitar duties. Only Time Will Tell is a relatively speedy turnaround and comes with some line-up changes in tow. Despite impressing with their technical skills and old school soul, the material never quite hit loftier heights, resulting in an enjoyable, talent-laden album of the solid variety. My first exposure to American progressive death outfit Contrarian was on their third LP, 2019’s Their Worm Never Dies. ![]()
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