New Jeff Loomis Video from his Album!

[Cancer]

I find myself wishing the rhythm guitar was louder. In the youtubes from his studio sessions his rhythm guitar tones was beyond sick. That said, I LOVED Zero Order Phase, and will be pre-ordering this.

Apparently he's touring on this album too, I can't wait to see that.

 

[Thep]

I don't really enjoy it its cool, but I'd never listen to it.

While I like it better than his previous solo work, its still more of the same. He's become a bit of a one trick pony... I don't know what the best way to describe it, but there's no atmosphere or layering in his solo work, just a lot of in your face melodies.

 

[1337]

Did Cacophony come to anyone else's mind when the video hit 4:28? I picture Jason Becker and Marty Friedman in one of those really old vids.

 

[MerlinTKD]

Hell. Yes.

No other words.

 

[owl]

Awesome musician, awesome harmonies, but i think, he should be more creative at rhytm, just chuggin' one note at 7th string doesnt cooperated with such a godly soloing.

 

[AnarchyDivine88]

I don't really enjoy it its cool, but I'd never listen to it.

While I like it better than his previous solo work, its still more of the same. He's become a bit of a one trick pony... I don't know what the best way to describe it, but there's no atmosphere or layering in his solo work, just a lot of in your face melodies.

What about Cashmere Shiv? You might like that one or maybe Opulent Maelstrom.

 

[DLG]

I don't know what the best way to describe it, but there's no atmosphere or layering in his solo work, just a lot of in your face melodies.

jeff has been playing like this for over a decade though. it kinda sucks that the better he gets with his technique the less creative he gets. This pretty much sounds like a tribute to becker/friedman with 7 string chugging.

listen to how this solo develops from 2:55.



His solos used to have the most sinister atmosphere. It was vibe/song first, solo second. Hasn't been like that since Dead Heart.

 

[Metaguitarist]

HIGHLY IMPRESSED! I'd rate this higher than any of Loomis's previous work. And T-Mac, WONDERFUL Playing! Thanks for the awesome music.

 

[svart]

really stoked for this one! only thing missing IMO is a guest appearance from Tim Calvert. That dude really kicked Loomis's ass on dreaming neon black a few times!

To me there's the 'problem' with the one trick pony remarks, he's evolving quiet greatly, but on his own. nobody around to really push him to the next level...

Can't wait to pick this one up though!

 

[AndyLunt]

That fast motherfucker. I'm learning the final part of the song and, while the fingering is completely doable, bringing it to 170bpm is just crazy...but I'm not that far

Ooo have you figured some out by ear? Care to share with us?

 

[jsl2h90]

Just when I start getting bored with his stuff and jump on the Tosin bandwagon, he does this! His playing has really matured. I mean, I've been a Loomis fanboy since This Godless Endeavor came out but ZOP was like 45 minutes of diminished scales and it got a bit old. This stuff has a completely fresh sound, and Macalpines solo ruled. I'm not typically into "melodic" stuff but I can't wait for this to be released.

 

[troyguitar]

This pretty much sounds like a tribute to becker/friedman with 7 string chugging.

You say that as if it's a bad thing... That's the whole reason I like Jeff, he's a darker and heavier version of Jason.

 

[SenorDingDong]

Love Loomis.


That being said, I was very much disappointed. Everything he puts out feels like a rehash of the same riffs and licks from Nevermore's last three albums.

 

[RearyGay]

Love Loomis.


That being said, I was very much disappointed. Everything he puts out feels like a rehash of the same riffs and licks from Nevermore's last three albums.

Huge Jeff Loomis fan here, I'd have to painfully agree.

I still enjoy the new song, though.

 

[travis bickle]

wow, wasn't expecting that at all!!!! that was awesome. I have always respected nevermore, but never really got into them. i heard a little cacophony stylings in there as well. i'll definitely be getting this.

 

[Cyntex]

^this, that was the same feeling I got and cacophony is one of my favourite bands, so I think it's a good thing! Not suprised though, he did say in interviews that he was a fan of jason becker. I really don't mind if it's just more of the same thing, as long as it's done well I couldnt care less.

 

[Sikthness]

Huge Jeff Loomis fan here, I'd have to painfully agree.

I still enjoy the new song, though.

I love Loomis, but I'm starting to get that feeling too. But I still enjoy it all, so maybe its just the fact he has produced enough material that his playing is now instantly recognizable as Loomis? I dunno, as long as its good I will keep listening, whether it sounds rehashed or not. Also, does anyone know if he is going to do any 8 string stuff on this? The only reason I bring it up is cuz I know he is kinda 'in' with some of the bigger djenters, guest solos on Periphery/Keith Merrow cds, etc.

 

[BlackMesa]

Sweet Jeebus!! I didn't know he has Ihsahn as a guest vocalist for this the new album. Holy Shit!!

 

[HeavyMetal4Ever]

Not since Guthrie Govan's Erotic Cakes have I sweated a release this much.

I WANTS IT NAO!!!!!! Yesterday would also be acceptable.

Rock on!

 

[OmertaDave]

JEFF LOOMIS - Plains of Oblivion (Album Sampler) - YouTube!

Sample Video from the album, sounds good to me!