Canadian quartet Anciients have the art of progressive metal finely tuned to their disposal and debut opus Heart Of Oak is definitive of their musical efforts. The songs take on a fresh angle, instead of using the old tried and tested formulas. As far as refinement and arrangements are concerned, they’d give bands such as Mastodon and Opeth a run for their money with masterpieces ‘Raise The Sun’ and ‘Overthrone’.Continue reading →