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Core Atoms | |
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| Origin | Rochester, New York, U.S. |
| Genres | Progressive rock, synth-metal, experimental rock |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | Guitar, keyboards, synthesizers |
| Years active | 1995–present |
Core Atoms is an American musician and songwriter known for his work in progressive and experimental rock. He is a founding member of the synth-metal band Arcadea and the bands Gaylord and Zruda. A multi-instrumentalist, Atoms is known for his unconventional guitar technique—playing a right-handed guitar left-handed and upside down[1]—and for his experimental songwriting, which blends genres and explores shifting time signatures.[2] He is also noted for his synthesizer arrangements[3] and lyrical themes rooted in science fiction and narrative-driven concepts.[1]
Early life and career
[edit]Atoms is originally from Rochester, New York.[3] At age 18, he co-founded the progressive funk rock trio Gaylord, known for its fusion of funk, metal, jazz and classical music.[4] His distinctive guitar style contributed to the group's eclectic sound and local recognition.[1][3]
Gaylord (1995–2009)
[edit]Gaylord was a three-piece progressive rock band active from 1995 to 2009, founded by guitarist Core Atoms and bassist Jeff Steverson. Drummer Brann Dailor, who later co-founded Mastodon, joined in 1996.[5] Following the departure of Dailor and several subsequent drummers, percussionist Drew Verstraete joined the band in 2000 and remained through its later years.[6] The band released several recordings, including Sparkling Cool (1996), Tsunami (2004), and Resplendent Locution (2007), before disbanding around 2010. Afterward, Atoms and Verstraete formed the progressive metal band Zruda.[7][8]
Zruda
[edit]In the early 2010s, Atoms and Verstraete co-founded Zruda, a progressive metal quartet based in Atlanta, Georgia, featuring members of Lazer/Wulf.[9][10]
Arcadea
[edit]In 2015, Atoms formed the synth-driven progressive rock project Arcadea with Brann Dailor (Mastodon) and Raheem Amlani.[1] Their self-titled debut album, released in 2017 on Relapse Records, features a science fiction concept set five billion years in the future, exploring themes of synthetic life and cosmic evolution.[3] On the album, Atoms performed exclusively on synthesizers and keyboards, omitting guitar to emphasize the band's futuristic, science fiction-inspired sound.[9] [3] A visual artist as well, Atoms created the hand-drawn animated video for Arcadea’s song “Gas Giant.” [3]
In July 2025, Relapse Records released “Fuzzy Planet,” the first single from Arcadea’s second album, The Exodus of Gravity, scheduled for release on August 22, 2025.[11][12][13] Atoms conceptualized The Exodus of Gravity, contributing much of its science fiction narrative and lyrics, and performing on a range of instruments—including synthesizers, guitars, bass, Moog Taurus pedals, Mellotron, Hammond organ, theremin, and samples. [14][15] The album features founding member Brann Dailor on lead vocals, drums, and percussion, and introduces keyboardist João Nogueira.[16]
Musical style and influences
[edit]Atoms is known for his experimental approach to composition and instrumentation.[17] He is a left-handed guitarist who plays a right-handed guitar upside down and backwards, a self‑taught technique that contributes to his unconventional chord voicings and distinctive style.[3][1]
His musical influences include 1970s progressive rock, funk, classical music, electronic music, heavy metal, punk, and jazz. He has cited artists such as Stevie Wonder, Rush, Charles Mingus, and Beethoven as inspirations.[1][18][19]
Selected Discography
[edit]- Sparkling Cool (1996)
- Tsunami (2004)
- Resplendent Locution (2007)
- Zruda (EP, 2011)
- Arcadea (2017)
- The Exodus of Gravity (2025)
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e f Reed, Ryan (22 June 2017). "Mastodon's Brann Dailor Talks Psychedelic, Synth-Heavy Side Project, Arcadea". Revolver. Retrieved 19 July 2025.
- ^ De Blase, Frank (31 January – 6 February 2007). "The Glorious Result of Unnatural Pairings". City Magazine. Vol. 36, no. 19. p. 14.
- ^ a b c d e f g Hatton, Thomas (16 June 2017). "Interview with Core Atoms from Arcadea (Side Project for Members of Mastodon, Zruda, Withered)". Proglodytes. Retrieved 13 August 2017.
- ^ "Gaylord". Archived from the original on 30 January 2016. Retrieved 10 August 2017.
- ^ Lawson, Dom (August 2017). "Revenge of the Synth". Prog Magazine. No. 79. pp. 60–62.
- ^ De Blase, Frank (31 January – 6 February 2007). "The Glorious Result of Unnatural Pairings". City Magazine. Vol. 36, no. 19. p. 14.
- ^ "Gaylord (band)". AllMusic. Retrieved 9 July 2025.
- ^ "Gaylord Concert History". Concert Archives. Retrieved 9 July 2025.
- ^ a b Tepedelen, Adem (August 2017). "Arcadea". Decibel. No. 154. p. 26.
- ^ De Blase, Frank (17–23 August 2011). "Zruda". City Magazine. Vol. 40, no. 49. p. 17.
- ^ Stormblast Editorial Team (1 July 2025). "Arcadea release official music video for "Fuzzy Planet" from upcoming album The Exodus of Gravity". Stormblast. Retrieved 9 July 2025.
Premiere of single "Fuzzy Planet" via Relapse Records, lead single ahead of album release on August 22, 2025.
- ^ "Arcadea – The Exodus of Gravity". Relapse Records. July 2025. Retrieved 9 July 2025.
- ^ "Mastodon's Brann Dailor to release new Arcadea album 'The Exodus of Gravity' in August". Blabbermouth. 1 July 2025. Retrieved 9 July 2025.
- ^ "Arcadea – The Exodus of Gravity". Relapse Records. Retrieved 2025-07-19.
- ^ "Arcadea feat. Mastodon's Brann Dailor release The Exodus of Gravity on Aug 22 via Relapse Records". Metalheads Forever Magazine. 2023-08-22. Retrieved 2025-07-19.
- ^ Adams, Gregory (1 July 2025). "Mastodon's Brann Dailor goes synth‑rock on Arcadea's 'Fuzzy Planet'". Revolver. Retrieved 9 July 2025.
- ^ Lawson, Dom (August 2017). "Revenge of the Synth". Prog Magazine. No. 79. pp. 60–62.
- ^ Lamb, Gordon (16 July 2008). "Gaylord: Not as Popular as Beethoven". Flagpole. Retrieved 9 July 2025.
- ^ Reyes-Kulkarni, Saby (8 February 2006). "Music reviews 2.8.06 Gaylord: Tsunami". Rochester City Newspaper. Retrieved 9 July 2025.
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