Derev "Troubled Mind"

Country: Canada 
Genre(s): Progressive Metal
Format: CD, digital, vinyl
Release date: March 26, 2025
Tracklist

1. Buried Voice (7:23)

2. Cyclone (5:39)

3. Crawl Space (1:16)

4. Room 9 (6:15)

5. Paracusia (4:35)

6. Tides of Time (5:59)

7. Darker Self (5:44)

8. Trace Within (5:01)

Credits

Adel Saflou - Vocals

Armando Bablanian - Guitar

Michel Karakach - Drums

Stan Komarovsky - Bass

Ran Zehavi - Keys

Description/Reviews:

Derev is a progressive rock band captivating global audiences with its innovative blend of progressive rock and traditional Middle Eastern music. The forthcoming album "Troubled Mind" promises to take listeners on an emotional journey, featuring both energetic highs and poignant lows. It is recommended for fans of Opeth, Dream Theater, and Porcupine Tree.

Media/Samples
Room 9
Cyclone

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Derev "Leap Of Faith"

Country: Canada 
Genre(s): Progressive Rock/Metal
Format: CD, digital
Release date: May 21, 2021
Tracklist

1. Tunnel Vision (1:04)

2. Turab (5:15)

3. Futile (8:22)

4. Delayed (7:07)

5. Slipping Down Again (5:59)

6. Ghost of Guilt (8:35)

Line-up

Armando Bablanian - Guitars

Liam Horrigan - Bass

Michel Karakach - Drums

   With

Adel Saflou - Vocals

Description/Reviews:

Derev seeks to combine western progressive rock with the Arabic and Armenian heritage of its two founder members (mixing worldwide ingredients with local recipes)... This debut (mini) album is short, but with a rich variety. It showcases a talented group of musicians who are still exploring a range of linked, but different, sound palettes. I think they could well be onto something, if they can focus their compositions and style with some stronger hooks. Leap Of Faith is a strong opening statement and is a recommended listen for those musical culinary types, who enjoy songs that mix and blend influences from different cultures.

Read the full review by Andy Read at dprp.net

Media/Samples
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Spotify

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