Mythology's latest creation, The Story of Sound, feels like an epic journey, with almost 30 tracks that explore the vast landscapes of rock in all its forms. At the heart of it, you'll find the intricate and tight-knit threads of progressive rock, but also venture into experimenting with funk-rock grooves, math-rock styles, and indie-rock approaches.
The guitars can hit hard with heavy, edgy tones that demand your attention, but just as often, they take a softer, more melodic turn, weaving through beautiful, unexpected segments. The timing and structures are a bit unconventional in places, almost like a conversation between musicians who know exactly when to push and when to pull back.
The drumming is something that feels intentional and perfectly crafted, adding an undeniable energy to the album. It's a dynamic pulse that shifts with the music, from the driving beats to the tight, almost mathematical patterns in the rockier sections. The percussion doesn't just keep time; it creates its own momentum.
The Story of Sound is about the experience of sound itself, the way it moves through us and shapes us.
"After so many years of being in Mythology, I’m forever trying to challenge myself. The Story of Sound is our 6th album, and I wanted it to be a special one. I’m very thankful to not feel like I’m repeating myself with every release. After some thought I realized we hadn’t yet done the standard prog rock band thing and release a full-bore concept album! Many individual songs of ours had narratives, but not an entire LP. I started thinking of the most ridiculous concept I could muster up: the man who invented music" - Mythology