Acid Tree

Brazilian prog-metal trio Acid Tree set out to create an intricate, textural and complex sonic fabric, igniting their tone with unpredictable arrangements and haunting atmospheres, echoing the work of seminal acts such as Opeth, Porcupine Tree, or even Genesis or Gentle Giant - blending in classic progressive elements with the fury of modern heavy metal.

After supporting Brazilian metal stars Edu Falaschi and Aquiles Priester for the historic Rebirth of Shadows Tour (Angra years), Acid Tree is quickly establishing themselves as one of Brazil's most promising bands. The rousing reception they got all over the country, culminating on a final show in São Paulo, with a packed crowd of 2,000 screaming metalheads, shows that the trio is here to stay.

Formed in 2013 by Ed Marsen, Giorgio Karatchuk and Ivo Fantini, the band signed with Brazilian indie label MS Metal Records for the release of their debut EP, “Arkan”. The album features a collection of diverse and charismatic songs that highlight the band’s experimental attitude and skillful songwriting.

The album was mastered at the Cuttingroom Studios in Stockholm by Mats Limpan Lindfors (Meshuggah, Katatonia, Opeth). The beautiful and meaningful artwork was created by Scandinavian artist Niklas Sundin, known for his work with bands such as Dark Tranquility, Paradise Lost or In Flames.

"Arkan" has already made waves throughout the local music scene, enjoying critical acclaim and many radio plays on the Brazilian airwaves, including airing one of the country’s biggest rock radios, Kiss FM.