Uncured announced today a new line-up, the specifics behind its much-anticipated first full-length album, and a North American tour with progressive giant Katatonia.
 
Uncured, a progressive metal band based in New York City, is attracting attention for its combination of technical musicianship, brutal riffs, and melodic interludes.  The group released its debut EP Spontaneous Generation in October 2016.  Top metal and rock outlets praised the EP, likening Uncured to prog titans Opeth and Dream Theater.  
 
Joining Uncured on drums is new full-time member Liam Manley from Portland, Oregon.  Liam has over 13 years’ experience playing drums, including five years of professional session work with various artists across the U.S.  Jon Kita from Boston, Massachusetts, who also plays with metal stalwarts Diecast and City of Homes, rounds out the Uncured lineup on bass. 
 
Uncured was founded in 2014 by brothers Rex and Zak Cox.  The Cox brothers wrote all of the music on Spontaneous Generation and played guitar and bass on the EP.  They were joined on drums by special guest Max Portnoy (son of drumming legend Mike Portnoy). 
 
"We want to thank Max, the entire Portnoy family, and our friends in Next to None for helping us make Spontaneous Generation such a huge success," said Zak Cox. 
 
Uncured is currently in the studio recording its first full-length record Medusa.  The record will continue to build upon Uncured's penchant for variety, ranging from crushing riffs to intricately layered acoustic passages.  Medusa will also feature vocals by both Zak and Rex. Medusa is scheduled for release on March 10th and will be available on iTunes for pre-order on February 23rd, 2017.
 
To support the launch of the new album, Uncured will kick off its North American tour with Katatonia and Caspian on March 16th.  "We are honored to be included on this tour," said Rex Cox.  "We have been fans of Katatonia for over a decade, and they have had a significant influence on our music."