Weightless

Debuting at number 92 on the Top 200 list, marks a change in ' tone. While 2009's self-titled album saw guitarist and handling all the duties, ' sophomore studio album finds the new lineup of eight-string virtuoso , drummer , and rhythm guitarist focusing on songcraft as much as speed in their instrumental exercises. Another notable enhancement is that they add electronic breakdowns (a la "Impulse") in more arrangements to make the music that much more complex. Epic riffs play a bigger part than before, but is as jaw-dropping as ever with his double-tapping technique and arpeggiated whirlwind solos, proving once again that he is one of the most imaginative guitar players in modern-day prog metal. ~ Jason Lymangrover