Becoming the Archetype

After a decade-long hiatus, Becoming The Archetype returns with their sixth album, Children of the Great Extinction [Solid State Records], showcasing a captivating blend of soaring clean vocals, technically proficient instrumentation, and a mesmerizing sci-fi concept. The core trio of Jason Wisdom, Seth Hecox, and Brent “Duck” Duckett deliver their most expansive and engaging vision to date, drawing on their signature hybrid of tech, death, and progressive metal. Since their explosive debut in 2005 with Terminate Damnation, the band has continued to captivate audiences with albums like The Physics of Fire and Dichotomy, collaborating with industry giants like Devin Townsend and Ryan Clark along the way.

Building a devoted following through years of touring with renowned bands such as Parkway Drive and August Burns Red, Becoming The Archetype solidified their place in the metal scene with the progressive masterpiece Celestial Completion in 2011. Now, after years of anticipation, they make a triumphant return with Children of the Great Extinction, cementing their status as genre pioneers and delivering a blockbuster musical experience that fulfills their immense potential.