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When Textures announced their disbandment in 2018, it marked the end of an era for progressive metal. Their absence was felt across the world - by fans, by peers & by a scene they helped define. Now, six years later, the Dutch innovators return with 'Genotype' - a monumental resurgence to the forefront of modern progressive music & a powerful reaffirmation of everything that made them a force in the first place. Serving as the conceptual counterpart to 2016's acclaimed 'Phenotype', 'Genotype' is not a continuation but a rebirth. For nearly a decade, fans speculated about it's existence, but what arrives now is not a relic of unfinished ideas - it's something entirely new, written from scratch & self-produced. 'Genotype' distils the essence of Textures' DNA into eight new songs, mixed by Forrester Savell (Karnivool, Dead Letter Circus). Lyrically, the album speaks to the unheard - introverts, outsiders & those navigating internal worlds that often go unseen, standing as an ode to authenticity & resilience. Featuring the singles 'Closer To The Unknown', 'At The Edge Of Winter' (featuring Charlotte Wessels) & 'Vanishing Twin', the record balances technical precision with powerful songwriting - the hallmarks that have made Textures one of progressive metal's most respected names over their 20+ year career. Textures have built a passionate global following over this time. In India, they rose to headline festivals & perform for thousands of devoted fans. In Europe, they became a staple at major events such as Hellfest, Wacken Open Air, Grasspop Metal Meeting & Brutal Assault. Their electrifying performances cemented their reputation as one of progressive metal's most unmissable live acts - & now, they are set to reclaim that stage on the upcoming European Tour supporting Jinjer, that runs from January till March 2026. With 'Genotype', Textures join the ranks of the legendar
