Cynic
- Type: Band/Group
- Country: United States
- Born: November 1987 in Miami, Florida, United States
- Active: 1987 - present
Biography
Cynic is a pioneering American band formed in 1987, celebrated for its unique fusion of progressive metal, technical death metal, and jazz. The band's 1993 debut album, 'Focus', released via #Roadrunner Records#, is considered a landmark work that pushed the boundaries of metal with its complex musicianship and philosophical lyrics. After a long hiatus, during which members pursued other projects like *Æon Spoke* and *Gordian Knot*, Cynic reunited in 2006. They subsequently released albums such as 'Traced in Air' and 'Kindly Bent to Free Us' on the #Season of Mist# label, showcasing a continued evolution toward a more atmospheric and progressive rock sound, further cementing their legacy as one of music's most innovative and unclassifiable acts.
Genres
Cynic Discography
- Focus (1993) - Album - rated 4.03/5
- Traced in Air (2008) - Album - rated 3.9/5
- Re-Traced (2010) - EP - rated 3.16/5
- Carbon-Based Anatomy (2011) - EP - rated 3.05/5
- Kindly Bent to Free Us (2014) - Album - rated 3.08/5
- Ascension Codes (2021) - Album - rated 3.61/5
Members
- Paul Masvidal - guitar, lead vocals, keyboards (1987–1994; 2006–Present)
- Brandon Giffin - bass (2022–Present)
- Mike Gilbert - guitar (2024–Present)
- Jake Wehn - drums (2025–Present)
- Sean Reinert - drums (1987–1994; 2006–2015)
- Sean Malone - bass, Chapman stick (1993–1994; 2008–2020)