Trioscapes is an American instrumental jazz fusion trio formed in 2011, notably featuring Dan Briggs of the progressive metal band Between the Buried and Me. The project originated from a shared interest in the Mahavishnu Orchestra, but quickly evolved into a distinct entity that bridges the gap between technical death metal's rhythmic complexity and avant-garde jazz's improvisational freedom.
Their sound is defined by a non-traditional lineup of flute/saxophone, bass, and drums, eschewing guitars entirely. Dan Briggs utilizes a heavily processed bass tone, often employing chords and tapping to fill the harmonic space usually occupied by a guitarist. Walter Fancourt provides a versatile lead voice on saxophone, ranging from lyrical passages to aggressive, overblown textures, while Matt Lynch contributes highly technical, fusion-influenced percussion. Critically, they are viewed as a key part of the 'prog-fusion' revival of the 2010s, appealing to a crossover audience of crate-digging jazz aficionados and technical metal fans. Their two studio albums, 'Separate Realities' and 'Digital Dream Sequence', are celebrated for their high-fidelity production and uncompromising technicality.
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