Chaos Divine – Legacies (CD)

Chaos Divine’s fourth album, Legacies, is a sprawling exploration of the concept of inheritance, both personal and artistic. Released in October 2020, it marked a culmination of the band’s 15-year career, a period that saw them evolve from local act to international touring phenomenon. Thematically, the album reflects on fatherhood and the band’s own enduring legacy, referencing countless stage hours, award wins, and a fiercely loyal fanbase.

Musically, Legacies finds Chaos Divine at their most ambitious and accomplished. Their signature progressive metal sound incorporates elements of progressive death metal, alongside surprisingly melodic passages that weave seamlessly into the heavier riffs. The instrumentation is impressive, with soaring vocals from Dave Anderton complimented by the intricate interplay of guitarists Ryan Felton and Simon Mitchell. Despite the absence of a keyboardist, Chaos Divine achieves a remarkable richness, suggesting a band with a deep understanding of melody and atmosphere. This is a mature and focused album, one that leaves a lasting impression and cements Chaos Divine’s position as Australia’s leading progressive metal outfit.