Canadian instrumental band, Nok Novum, are embracing their diverse range of influences and dynamism as a progressive metal group on their long awaited sophomore album, II. Recorded over several years, II finds the band leaning into the production value of their 2015 singles, while reflecting the creativity of the writing seen in their 2012 debut, a fusion of 70s progressive rock, jazz-fusion, and heavy metal.
“Being that we’re an instrumental band, we really have no desire necessarily to abide by conventions, in terms of songwriting and song structure, which really cultivates creativity and allows ideas to flow freely,” explains co-founder and drummer, Brady Mason.
II features the sinister and wide ranging focus track, “Ominous Kyle,” which is energizing as much as it is unnerving. “This is a good one to head bang to if you’re into that!” says Mason.
Stream “Ominous Kyle” here : https://noknovum.hearnow.com/nok-novum-ii
“Ominous Kyle” is that frightening figure that plays a recurring role in your nightmares. He’s haunting, morbid, terrifying, and you just can’t shake him out. The track was written as a stream of energetic passages punctuated with a motif that’s hammering nature draws you in early in the track and repeats throughout. Tonally, this track has an eerie, nightmarish quality.”