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Released in 2005, "Deadwing" is the eighth studio album by the British progressive rock band Porcupine Tree. The album was conceived alongside an unproduced screenplay co-written by frontman Steven Wilson and Opeth's Mikael Åkerfeldt, and it serves as a ghost story with abstract, cinematic themes. Blending atmospheric progressive rock with heavy metal guitars, the record features guest appearances from Åkerfeldt and Adrian Belew, catering to fans of intricate and melancholic rock.
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Was Porcupine Tree's Deadwing based on a movie?
Yes, Deadwing was conceived alongside a screenplay co-written by Steven Wilson and film director Mike Bennion. Although the film was never fully produced, the 2005 album serves as the official soundtrack to that ghost story narrative.
Which Opeth member contributed to Porcupine Tree's Deadwing?
Mikael Åkerfeldt of Opeth provided guest vocals and guitar work on the album's title track, 'Deadwing.' This collaboration was a return favor since Porcupine Tree's Steven Wilson had previously produced Opeth's acclaimed albums 'Blackwater Park' and 'Deliverance.'
Who played bass on Porcupine Tree's Deadwing album?
The album features bass contributions from Colin Edwin, who was a longtime member of Porcupine Tree. The 2005 release was produced by the band's frontman, Steven Wilson, and mixed in both stereo and 5.1 surround sound.
What record label released Deadwing?
Porcupine Tree released Deadwing in March 2005 through the Atlantic Records and Roadrunner Records labels. It served as the highly successful follow-up to their 2002 breakthrough album, 'In Absentia.'
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