Zebeck is an instrumental metal/fusion project led by Franco-Swedish guitarist Thomas Frisk.
Zebeck's music is characterized by strong dynamics, playfulness and spontaneity with influences spanning from jazz to deathmetal.
Nice album review in Sonic Seducer, June 2023:
ZEBECK « Dharma » (Wormholedeath Records)
After several band configurations had worn out, the French-Swedish guitarist, composer and arranger Thomas Frisk decided to realize his idea of an interlocking of heavy metal elements with the rather fluffy and relaxed ones of fusion jazz on his own. The results, which can now be marveled at in the form of a second recording, suggest that he has succeeded in carrying out his intention in an appealing manner. With his Zebeck project, he is obviously not trying to derive the greatest possible bang effects from the supposed clash of musical cultures ( as, for example, the Panzerballett does). On the contrary. A basic conception oriented towards harmonic coherence rubs and nestles here against a play instinct focused on the creation of plausibility, which for a long time - at least at moderate volume - lulls rather than whips up. But just this renunciation of a thick-headed demanding of attention ( as well as of any singing) forces to concentrated listening. And when the volume control is turned more and more to the right, the punch potential of this rather unpretentious performance is revealed. Sonorous understatement as a Trojan horse, so to speak. That rather paws its hooves instead of howling loudly.
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24 February 2023: Dharma is officially out on all digital platforms today with label Wormholedeath.
Here is the landing page for the album!
10 February 2023: Franco-Swedish project ZEBECK has just released its visualizer video for "Renewal," the second single off of the upcoming album "Dharma."
"Renewal" gives fans a taste of what's to come with the release of "Dharma". This record is poised to shake up the metal/fusion scene with its bold, dynamic sound that blends traditional elements with a cutting-edge twist. With its fresh and innovative sound, this record is sure to make waves and leave a lasting impression on the genre.
30 January 2023: Zebeck is very proud to announce the signing of a licensing deal with Italian label WormHoleDeath for the re-release of Zebeck’s second album « Dharma ».
Dharma will be re-released digitally on 24 February 2023 !
/The Zebeck crew
Out now!
Zebeck's second album "Dharma" was first released independently on 6 October 2022 and re-released digitally on 24 February 2023 via Wormholedeath Records.
Sonic Seducer album review "Dharma" June 2023. Full review here!
Zebeck's music is characterised by strong dynamics, playfulness and spontaneity with influences spanning
from jazz to deathmetal.
To be enjoyed live!
Zebeck 2023
