ONI

ONI is a Canadian progressive metal project led by Jake Oni, emerging from Windsor, Ontario, in 2014. The band's sound identity is built on a foundation of technical metalcore and djent, characterized by complex polyrhythms and high-fidelity production.

A defining characteristic of their early work was the inclusion of the Xylosynth, played by Johnny D, which provided a distinctive sonic signature that separated them from the crowded djent scene. Over their career arc, ONI has evolved from a more traditional progressive death metal approach on their debut, Ironshore, toward a more streamlined, alternative metal sound that emphasizes melodic hooks and industrial textures, as seen in their 2024 and 2025 releases. They occupy a cultural space between the technical elitism of prog-metal and the accessible energy of modern metalcore. Critical consensus highlights their exceptional musicianship and the high-gloss quality of their recordings, often drawing comparisons to the technicality of Periphery and the anthemic power of Lamb of God.