Name: The Classic Symptoms of a Broken Spirit
Brand: Architects

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2022-10-21

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279329

2022-11-11

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Architects

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Metal

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Epitaph

Metalcore band Architects, hailing from Brighton-and-Hove in the United Kingdom, have been making waves since their formation in 2004. With a current line-up consisting of Dan Searle on drums, Sam Carter on vocals, Alex "Ali Dino" Dean on bass guitar, and Adam Christianson on rhythm guitar, the band continues to captivate audiences with their powerful sound.

Architects has seen some changes over the years, with former members including Matt Johnson and Tim Lucas on vocals, Tim Hillier-Brook on rhythm guitar, and Tom Searle on lead guitar and keyboards. Tragically, Tom passed away in August 2016. However, the band remains resilient and passionate about their music.

With their unique blend of metalcore influences and thought-provoking lyrics, Architects have become a force to be reckoned with in the music industry. Their dedication to their craft is evident in every performance they deliver. Explore their discography today and experience the raw energy that defines Architects.

Epitaph is a hard rock outfit hailing from Dortmund, Germany. Formed in 1969, the band has been delivering their signature sound for over five decades. With a blend of powerful vocals, intricate guitar work, and thunderous rhythms, Epitaph has solidified their place in the annals of rock history.

Inspired by the likes of *Birth Control*, *Kin Ping Meh*, and *Gravy Train*, Epitaph's music carries an unmistakable energy that captivates audiences worldwide. Their unique style sets them apart from their contemporaries, making them a force to be reckoned with in the rock scene.

Throughout their illustrious career, Epitaph has shared stages with renowned acts such as *Irish Coffee*, *Out Of Focus*, and *Toad*. Their influence can be heard in the works of bands like *Krokodil* and *Beggars Opera*. With each album release, they continue to push boundaries and leave an indelible mark on the genre.

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Any format on initial copies come with an exclusive signed print. architects have delivered their 10th studio album; an arena-ready opus entitled, the classic symptoms of a broken spirit, the follow up to their 2021 breakout album For Those That Wish To Exist, which hit #1 on the UK sales chart.

Finding yourself with a UK Number One album and selling out arenas is enough for someto repeat a winning formula. Architects however, are forever moving forward. "It was definitely validating and felt really cool for like a day," recalls drummer, producer and songwriter Dan Searle of hitting the top spot with For Those That Wish To Exist.

"For a lot of the bucket list things you reach in any career, there's a momentary gratification then you're like, 'What next?' You just move on. By the time the album came out, my head was already in the mindset of 'broken spirit'. That was where I was at."

Searle notes how it was their albums Lost Forever/Lost Together, All Our Gods Have Abandoned Us, and Holy Hell that really "cemented what the band was about" and "took them to a new level" as a rock powerhouse and leaders of the UK's metalcore scene – making it all the more "daunting" to reinvent themselves on the records that would follow." I wanted to make this album with a different aesthetic. We were enjoying working with the synths and doing stuff that we hadn't done before."

As a band who never stop writing, the kernels of the songs that make up the classic symptoms of a broken spirit were already in progress before the ink had time to dry on the artwork of their last record. Architects were on a creative roll, and the record was born of that creative freedom. Produced by Dan Searle and guitarist Josh Middleton, with additional production from frontman Sam Carter at Decon's Middle Farm Studios and their own Brighton Electric Studios before being mixed by Zakk Cervini, the band were buoyed by finally being back in a room together after their last album was made mostly remotely due to COVID restrictions. The result was something altogether more "free, play - full and spontaneous," Searle explains.

Carter agrees: "This one feels more live, more exciting and more fun – it has that energy. We wanted it to be a lot more industrial and electronic. That was the main mission. They can sit side-by-side: Mr. Electronic and Mr. Organic."