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Technical death metal artisans ALLEGAEON are pleased to present their "Dark Matter Dynamics" performance video. The track, which features guitarist and multi-instrumentalist Adrian Bellue, comes off the band's most recent full-length, The Ossuary Lens, out now on Metal Blade Records.
Comments guitarist Greg Burgess, "'Dark Matter Dynamics' is a very special song for me. Having the opportunity to explore my love for steel string acoustic music, and bringing it into the fold with ALLEGAEON, will forever be a source of pride. Not only that but exploring this marriage of two styles with an acoustic heavy weight Adrian Bellue was equally special."
Adds vocalist Ezra Haynes, "'Dark Matter Dynamics' is here and I am pumped! Over recent years, we've grown close with our good buddy, Adrian Bellue, and I'm thankful Greg introduced us! He rips on the guitar and he's an even better friend. We're especially excited to play 'Dark Matter Dynamics' Saturday night at Flatline Fest in Denver with Adrian himself!
"The chorus gets me hyped! I think it's the most jump-worthy ALLEGAEON riff ever written! This song has that classic, science-based ALLEGAEON vibe and theme, and it sonically showcases the album's range, letting the track breathe with a soulful, atmospheric instrumental piece that contrasts perfectly with the heavy riffs surrounding it. Please enjoy 'Dark Matter Dynamics.'"
Watch ALLEGAEON's "Dark Matter Dynamics" video, shot by Kyle Lamar below:
Watch ALLEGAEON's previously released video for "Driftwood":
"The Swarm":
"Wake Circling Above":
And "Imperial":
The video comes in advance of the band's upcoming performance at this year's Flatline Fest in Denver, Colorado this weekend alongside labelmates Cattle Decapitation, The Zenith Passage, and more!
ALLEGAEON Live:
6/15/2026 Flatline Fest - Denver, CO
The Ossuary Lens serves as ALLEGAEON's seventh full-length overall, but it's the first to feature the return of original vocalist Ezra Haynes since his 2015 departure following the Elements Of The Infinite album. The record was recorded with producer Dave Otero at Flatline Audio studio in Denver. It marks the sixth album recorded with Otero. It's of no surprise then that the sound on The Ossuary Lens pummels the listener, though the ferocity is balanced by the overt melodies. It's the most triumphant and cohesive body of work that they've ever laid down.
"Haynes' presence has an immediate effect, his more gravelly vocal adding further extremity to ALLEGAEON's hyper-technical form of death metal," wrote Consequence upon hearing lead single, "Driftwood." Decibel Magazine called the record, "a fine listen if you want tech-death that doesn't require a master's degree in engineering to enjoy… They take a maximalist approach, their mix of rapid-fire riffs, symphonic keyboards, and zero-g drumming crushing songs like 'Chaos Theory' and the black metal-edged 'Dies Irae' between walls of sound." Rock Hard Germany commended, "some of their most technically spectacular numbers. Audacious, successful…," while Blabbermouth crowned it, "an astonishing piece of work."

Find The Ossuary Lens at: metalblade.com/allegaeon
ONLINE
LINEUP
Ezra Haynes - vocals
Greg Burgess - lead guitar
Michael Stancel - lead guitar
Brandon Michael - bass
Jeff Saltzman - drums
BIOGRAPHY/LOGO

Allegaeon is an American technical melodic death metal band formed in Fort Collins, Colorado, in 2008. Renowned for combining blistering technicality with memorable melodies, the band has become one of the most respected names in modern technical death metal. Their music blends elements of melodic death metal, progressive metal, thrash metal, and even classical influences, creating a sound that is both intellectually engaging and brutally heavy.
From the beginning, Allegaeon distinguished themselves through their science-focused lyrical themes. Rather than relying on traditional death metal subjects, the band explores topics such as evolution, artificial intelligence, astronomy, physics, cryonics, and the possibility of extraterrestrial life. This unique approach helped establish their reputation as one of the genre’s most thoughtful and innovative acts.
After independently releasing a self-titled EP in 2008, Allegaeon quickly attracted the attention of Metal Blade Records and signed with the label. Their debut album, Fragments of Form and Function (2010), introduced their signature blend of technical precision and melodic songwriting. Subsequent releases, including Formshifter (2012) and Elements of the Infinite (2014), expanded their sound and earned widespread critical acclaim.
A major turning point came in 2015 when original vocalist Ezra Haynes departed and was replaced by Riley McShane. Under McShane’s tenure, the band released Proponent for Sentience (2016), Apoptosis (2019), and Damnum (2022), albums that showcased a broader vocal range and increasingly progressive songwriting. Despite lineup changes and the financial challenges faced by many modern metal bands, Allegaeon continued to evolve and strengthen their international reputation through relentless touring and consistently high-quality releases.
In 2022, original vocalist Ezra Haynes returned to the band, marking another significant chapter in their history. His return culminated in the release of The Ossuary Lens (2025), an album that reunited the classic Allegaeon vocal style with the band's most advanced and ambitious songwriting to date. The album explores different perspectives on death while continuing the band's tradition of intellectually driven themes and exceptional musicianship.
Today, Allegaeon is widely regarded as one of the leading forces in technical melodic death metal, celebrated for their virtuosic performances, progressive songwriting, and ability to balance complexity with memorable hooks. Their dedication to musical evolution has allowed them to remain at the forefront of the genre for more than fifteen years.
DISCOGRAPHY
Allegaeon (EP, 2008)
Fragments of Form and Function (2010)
Formshifter (2012)
Elements of the Infinite (2014)
Proponent for Sentience (2016)
Apoptosis (2019)
Damnum (2022)
The Ossuary Lens (2025)
GENRE/COUNTRY
Technical Death Metal/Melodic Death Metal
United States

