Did you know that the version of “The Way It Ends” that appeared on the Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock video game was a different mix than the album version? For those of you that have noticed a difference in the mixes and want the version that appeared in the game, we’ve put together a new release just for you. This EP, “The Way It Ends – Video Game EP”, features 4 tracks with unique song mixes previously available only on the video games they were featured in. The EP is now available exclusively at our Bandcamp site for just $4. Go there and check it out now:
http://prototypeonline.bandcamp.com/
A collection of the 4 “official” Prototype demos, RETROSPECT includes all 6 tracks from the now out of print Cloned CD plus 8 previously unreleased demo tracks recorded before the release of the Continuum and Catalyst albums.
14 tracks in all, RETROSPECT takes the listener on a journey back in time to hear the original recordings of these classic Prototype songs from the most recent 2008 Demo to the very first demo Seed.
Retrospect [Demo Collection] Track Listing:
01. The Chosen Ones (Demo)
02. Into Oblivion (Demo)
03. Cynic Dreams (Demo)
04. The Ageless Heart of Memory (Demo)
05. Heart Machine (Demo)
06. Half Life (Demo)
07. Serpent (Demo)
08. Devotion (Demo)
09. Transcendent Velocity (Demo)
10. Mind In Motion (Demo)
11. Synthespian (Demo)
12. Shine (Demo)
13. Seed (Demo)
14. Dead of Jericho (Demo)
iTunes
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/retrospect-demo-collection/id578011967
Amazon.com
PROTOTYPE’s new album Catalyst can be streamed HERE. The first new material from the band in over six years, Catalyst is a story-based science fiction concept album containing over 60 minutes of new music. Produced entirely by the band and mixed by Neil Kernon, the new album also sees the return of the classic Trinity lineup of Kragen Lum (guitar), Vince Levalois (vocals/guitar), Kirk Scherer (bass) and Pat Magrath (drums). With Catalyst, PROTOTYPE continue to expand their sound by adding new elements to their unique blend of thrash metal and progressive music, creating their heaviest, and clearest album to date. The album can be ordered on Amazon and the Nightmare Records.
MORE PRAISE FOR CATALYST FROM THE PRESS!
THE NEW REVIEW SCORES IT 4/5: http://thenewreview.net/reviews/prototype-catalyst
Vince Levalois answers questions for Metal Music Archives about CATALYST: http://www.metalmusicarchives.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4330
Today PROTOTYPE is exclusively premiering the first single and title track from their new album Catalyst. The song is being streamed exclusively on PROTOTYPE’s official SoundCloud Page HERE. The single will be available for purchase starting August 21st on iTunes.
“We are really stoked to finally unleash some of the music from Catalyst!” said guitarist Kragen Lum. “It’s been a long time in the making and we’re very proud of the album. Whether you’re new to PROTOTYPE, you discovered the band by playing ‘The Way It Ends’ on Guitar Hero III or you’ve been with us from the beginning, the title track is a perfect example of what we do. Prepare for an epic sci-fi journey!”
Vocalist/guitarist Vince Levalois added, “The song ‘Catalyst’ sets the tone for the new album, combining aggression, melody and an ominous feel. It’s like an action packed movie intro to get you settled in for the ride…”
The first new material from the band in over six years, Catalyst is a story-based science fiction concept album containing over 60 minutes of new music. Produced entirely by the band and mixed by Neil Kernon, the new album also sees the return of the classic Trinity lineup of Kragen Lum (guitar), Vince Levalois (vocals/guitar), Kirk Scherer (bass) and Pat Magrath (drums). With Catalyst, PROTOTYPE continue to expand their sound by adding new elements to their unique blend of thrash metal and progressive music, creating their heaviest, and clearest album to date.
http://soundcloud.com/prototypeonline/catalyst
Now this is a bargain. $20 and you get “CATALYST” and a “CATALYST” shirt!! Click on the image to order.
