MENAYERI

Menayeri biography
MENAYERI began as a collaboration between guitarist Edgardo Alvarez and drummer Enrique Ocasio in 1993. Highly influenced by classic prog bands of the 1970s, MENAYERI incorporated covers of bands such as Yes and Marillion into their live act while writing original material and gaining momentum. With vocalist Edwin Torres and bassist Rambert Bastell, the band recorded their first full-length album "Tiempo Fugitivo" on CD-R in 1999. The album is currently unavailable. Alvarez was forced to leave MENAYERI in 2001 due to his occupation being transferred to the United States and was replaced by Eduardo Lopez. Vocalist Emi Touset joined the group briefly, but left along with Torres before the recording of "Futura Historia" in late 2002. Sonia Ivelisse joined MENAYERI on vocals for "Historia" in 2003, but left the group in 2005.

"Futura Historia" is an album encompassing many stylistic approaches. The sound is deeply rooted in Neo-Progressive and Symphonic prog, with a clear affinity toward bands such as Marillion and Yes. The musical approach is bombastic and unwavering, often times with a near-metal edge. An appreciation for classical music and traditional Spanish solo guitar can also be heard in the recording. The lyrics are sung in Spanish.

MENAYERI is recommended for those who appreciate Neo-Progressive rock and Symphonic prog. In the realm of those genres, the music can be see as adventurous. To those who lean more toward more experimental, dissonant, or avant-garde progressive rock, MENAYERI may not be a band for you, but I recommend all fans of progressive rock consider the band.



Why this artist must be listed in www.progarchives.com :
MENAYERI are a talented band that play progressive rock music.



Discography:
Futura Historia, studio album (2004)