DEVIN TOWNSEND BAND Drummer: 'Synchestra' is 'Truly As Epic As It Gets'

November 16, 2005

DEVIN TOWNSEND BAND drummer Ryan Van Poederooyen has posted the following message on his official web site:

"First of all, I'll update you all on the new DEVIN TOWNSEND BAND record. I have now had the final copy of the album for the past 4-5 days. I've probably listened to the full album about 15-20 times in the time that I've had a copy. What I'm about to say is 100% MY OPINION!

"I'll try to keep it short.....

"The brand new DEVIN TOWNSEND BAND album, titled 'Synchestra', is hands down the best DEVIN TOWNSEND solo album that I think he has ever done. I would go as far as to say that this is probably one of Dev's best albums EVER! Musically, this album is way more progressive than 'Accelerated Evolution' and probably one of the most progressive album's in Dev's solo collection. Everything, including the artwork (designed by Geoffrey Rousselot),for the CD is amazing and top-notch. Hearing Steve Vai play what he played on the song 'Triupmh' is stunning as well and it also shows why he is one of the best guitar players on the planet today. It was an honour to hear Mr. Vai play on this album, I'm glad that Dev asked him.

"As for my description of the album, here we go:

"This album is truly as epic as it gets for Dev's solo stuff. It has uplifting moments, dark moments, intense moments, even humourous moments. You gotta have fun too, right? The overall vibe when you listen to this album isn't just epic but it can be very overwhelming. The most important advice I can give to any of you DEVIN TOWNSEND BAND fans out there, is when you get this album, listen to it from start to finish, you have to.

"'Synchestra' is a 65-minute musical story or journey that you get sucked right into. Every time I listen to 'Synchestra' I'm in awe of the album and wonder what the hell just happened to me, it gives you such a gratifying feeling, I have a good feeling you'll all feel the same way.

"This is hands down one of my all time favourite albums EVER! It was truly an honour to be part of this album. [In my opinion] Dev is a genius and Dave, Brian and Mike are the perfect guys for the DEVIN TOWNSEND BAND, you'll hear why soon. It's an honour to be playing with such talented musicians and awesome friends. Again, this write-up is just my opinion but I stand 150% behind every word I just wrote and I'm not going back! Early 2006, 'Synchestra' is coming.

"In other news, NON-HUMAN LEVEL which features Christofer Malmström (DARKANE) on guitars, Peter Wildoer (DARKANE's drummer) on vocals, Gustaf Hielm (ex-MESHUGGAH) on bass, and me on drums has now been released in Europe so far. There have been awesome reviews on this debut album in Europe. The album will be getting released in North America in early 2006 and in Japan and everywhere else pretty soon. This is another album that turned out awesome!

"If you want a straight-up thrash/metal album with insane guitar solos then buy this record! Again, this is another project that I'm extremely proud of and I was honoured to be part of it as well.

"I've been hired to play a show for a local Vancouver band called VEER on November 26th at the Brickyard. It's rock music that I play to samples and a click track live. Some cool rock music with tasty drumming. I get to show more of a DAVE MATTHEWS-ish side of my drumming which is cool."

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