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Teramaze
Also known asTerrormaze
OriginMelbourne, Australia
GenresProgressive metal, Christian metal
Years active
  • 1995–2002
  • 2012–present
Labels
  • Wells Music
  • Mascot label Group
  • Nightmare Records
  • Jellyfish
  • Salt Records
  • Rowe Productions
  • Empire Records
MembersDean Wells (guitars/vocals)
Nathan Peachey (vocals)
Andrew Cameron (bass)
Chris Zoupa (guitar)
Nick Ross (drums)
Websitehttps://teramaze.com.au/

Teramaze is an Australian progressive metal band formed in 1995 in Geelong, Victoria.[1][2][3]

Initially known as Terrormaze, the band later changed its name to Teramaze to reflect founding member Dean Wells' evolving personal convictions and a shift toward a more complex, progressive musical direction.[4] The band was active until 2002, taking a hiatus before being reignited by Wells in 2009.

History

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Teramaze was established in 1995 by guitarist and vocalist Dean Wells.[5] That year, they released their debut album Doxology.[6] The band’s early work had a strong thrash metal influence, which later evolved into a more progressive metal sound. After disbanding in 2002, Dean rekindled his passion for the project in 2009, leading to the release of Anhedonia in 2012.[7] Anhedonia was co-produced by Jeff Waters of the Canadian metal band Annihilator.[8]

Since then, the band has released numerous albums such as Her Halo (2015), Are We Soldiers (2019), and I Wonder (2020).

In October 2022, Teramaze released Flight of the Wounded, continuing to explore and expand their progressive metal style. They followed this with Dalla Volta in 2023, a compilation that included reimagined versions of earlier songs and new material.[9]

In April 2024, Teramaze released Eli: A Wonderful Fall from Grace[10]. Most recently, in October 2024, they released Teracoustic Sessions Vol 1, which features acoustic versions of some of their previous songs.[11]

In 2024, they released the single "Bullet To A Pharaoh", accompanied by a music video.[12]

Band Members

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  • Dean Wells – guitars, vocals[13]
  • Nathan Peachey – vocals
  • Andrew Cameron – bass guitar
  • Chris Zoupa – guitars[14]
  • Nick Ross – drums

Discography

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  • Doxology (1995)[15]
  • Tears to Dust (1998)
  • Anhedonia (2012)
  • Esoteric Symbolism (2014)[16]
  • Her Halo (2015)
  • Are We Soldiers (2019)
  • I Wonder (2020)
  • Sorella Minore (2021)
  • And the Beauty They Perceive (2021)
  • Flight of the Wounded (2022)[17]
  • Dalla Volta (2023)
  • Eli: A Wonderful Fall from Grace (2024)
  • Teracoustic Sessions Vol 1 (2024)[18]

Receptions

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Teramaze has received positive reviews from critics for their technical proficiency and songwriting. Several of their albums have been praised, with some noting the band's ambitious compositions and emotional depth.[19][20] Their live performances have also earned them accolades, with notable shows such as their headlining appearance at the ProgPower Europe festival and support for Avatar​.

Their live performances have also been well-received.[21]

References

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  1. ^ Ewingpublished, Jerry (15 November 2024). "Cool new proggy sounds you must hear from Teramaze, Sometime In February, Múr and more in Prog's all new Tracks Of The Week!". louder. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
  2. ^ Roll, Huck N. (8 October 2021). "Teramaze - And the Beauty They Perceive Review". Angry Metal Guy. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
  3. ^ classia, mus. "Teramaze - Eli: A Wonderful Fall From Grace review". Metal Storm. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
  4. ^ "Teramaze - I Wonder". Metal Temple Magazine. Retrieved 16 November 2024.
  5. ^ "Teramaze - discographie, line-up, biographie, interviews, photos". www.spirit-of-metal.com. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
  6. ^ "Biography". rockdetector.com. Archived from the original on 2016-06-03. Retrieved 2018-06-18.
  7. ^ Brian Giffin (2015). Encyclopedia of Australian Heavy Metal (3rd revised ed.). Katoomba: Dark Star. ISBN 978-0-9943206-1-2.
  8. ^ "TERAMAZE: New Album Co-Produced By ANNIHILATOR's JEFF WATERS". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. 20 October 2010. Retrieved 16 November 2024.
  9. ^ "Teramaze share reimagined track "Shadows II" from upcoming release 'Dalla Volta'". progreport.com. 10 April 2023. Retrieved 26 November 2024.
  10. ^ Mind, The Prog (20 May 2024). "Teramaze – Eli: A Wonderful Fall from Grace". The PROG Mind. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
  11. ^ "TERAMAZE Release "Sleeping Man" From New Teracoustic Sessions Volume 1". bravewords. Retrieved 16 November 2024.
  12. ^ "TERAMAZE Release New Single/Video "Bullet To A Pharaoh"". sonicperspectives.com. 18 November 2024. Retrieved 20 November 2024.
  13. ^ "Teramaze - discogs". discogs. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
  14. ^ Massie, Andrew (21 July 2019). "INTERVIEW: Chris Zoupa - Teramaze". The Rockpit. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
  15. ^ "Teramaze - Encyclopaedia Metallum: The Metal Archives". www.metal-archives.com. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
  16. ^ "TERAMAZE - Metal Music Archives". MetalMusicArchives.com. Metal Music Archives. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
  17. ^ Roll, Huck N. (10 October 2022). "Teramaze – Flight of the Wounded Review". Angry Metal Guy. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
  18. ^ Ewingpublished, Jerry (11 October 2024). "Awesome new proggy sounds from Alex Henry Foster, Teramaze, Laibach and more in Prog's Tracks Of The Week". louder. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
  19. ^ Campbell, Dave. "Teramaze - Sorella Minore". Metal Temple Magazine. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
  20. ^ Clement, Keith (22 May 2024). "Interview With Australia's Progressive Metal Pioneers "Teramaze"". Metalheads Forever Magazine. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
  21. ^ Smith, Jonathan (24 May 2024). "TERAMAZE – Eli: A Wonderful Fall From Grace (Album Review)". Sonic Perspectives. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
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