Traversus to release "Navigate"

Extremes are able to coexist. If there is one medium which proves beyond all doubt that this is possible, it would be music. Dutch metal band Traversus understands this, and made it their mission to bridge divides both musically and lyrically. Their hard rock sound is enhanced with influences from progressive rock and metal, and as such, manages to seamlessly blend the theoretical with the emotional.

Being from a relatively small town in the east of the Netherlands, with a very limited rock scene to speak of, allowed Traversus to hone their sound over multiple years. The dense riff work by guitarist Joey Wessels and intricate rhythms by drummer Liam de Groot are more than happy to take a back seat to create space for the sonorous voice of Madelief de Groot whenever the music requires it. This surprisingly accessible combination of styles allows the band to build a close connection with both mainstream rock and adventurous metal audiences.

Traversus finally released their debut EP ‘The Only Way Is Through’ in early 2023. The EP was recorded with renowned producer Joost van den Broek (Epica, Ayreon, Powerwolf) and perfectly captures the band’s reasonably complex, yet highly catchy sound. Lyrically, the band touches on personal struggles, as well as societal issues, such as the effect that today’s society has on mental health.

And now Traversus comes with a new album, again an EP. With a sound equally suited to intimate rock and metal clubs and the larger festival stages, Traversus warmly invites you to join them on their musical journey.

The ‘Navigate’ EP was again produced by Joost van den Broek (Epica, Powerwolf). The drums and vocals were recorded at Sandlane Recording Facilities together with engineer Jos Driessen and the guitar and bass were recorded in collaboration with Ian G Sound Endeavors.