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Veil of Maya - Eclipse

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Eclipse is the fourth studio album by the Chicago-based progressive metalcore band Veil of Maya, released in 2012 via Sumerian Records. It is the band's final record to feature original vocalist Brandon Butler. Produced by Misha Mansoor of Periphery, the album showcases the band's blend of down-tuned, technical guitar work with harsh and occasionally clean vocal styles. The record caters to fans of modern djent and technical metalcore.

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Why is Eclipse a turning point in Veil of Maya's lineup history?

Eclipse is the final Veil of Maya album featuring original vocalist Brandon Butler. The band later recruited Lukas Magyar, whose clean singing became a major part of Matriarch in 2015.

What did Misha Mansoor contribute to Eclipse?

Misha Mansoor of Periphery produced the 2012 album. His involvement suited Veil of Maya's tightly edited, rhythmically complex guitar sound and its connection to the emerging djent scene.

How long is Veil of Maya's Eclipse?

Eclipse is unusually compact for a full studio album, running for roughly half an hour across ten tracks. Its concise structure emphasizes short, densely arranged songs rather than extended progressive-metal compositions.

Which Eclipse tracks best represent its sound?

Punisher and Vicious Circles are among the album's best-known tracks. Both foreground Marc Okubo's syncopated guitar writing alongside Brandon Butler's harsh vocals.

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