Transcendence is a progressive rock band from Dallas/Ft. Worth, formed in the late ‘90s by Kirk Wood (bass), Jeff Ford (guitar), Greg Drew (vocals), John Von Rosenberg (drums), and John Howser (keyboards). They hit the spotlight in 2002 with their debut, “The Meridian Project”, which topped MP3.com charts, driven by the #1 single “Alpha Omega”. The band later toured with prog icons like Dream Theater and Geoff Tate, cementing their reputation.

After lineup shifts — including drummer Derrek Edwards replacing Von Rosenberg and the departure of vocalist Greg Drew — longtime fan Brian Dixon (Resonance Theory/X Opus) stepped in, revitalizing their sound. Now, Transcendence is gearing up to release “Nothing Etched in Stone”, a double concept release split into two albums that promises to expand their progressive roots.

With a legacy of intricate, storytelling-driven rock and a bold new chapter ahead, Transcendence is a must-listen for fans of the genre.

• First music release from the legendary US Prog metal band Transcendence in 22 years!

• A concept album about an artist’s journey through passion, loss, and addiction that leads him back home with hope.

• For fans of Dream Theater, Fates Warning, Crimson Glory, Helloween, Stratovarius, Kamelot

The new album weaves a poignant narrative of an artist’s journey through passion, loss, and redemption. The story follows an artist who discovers his creative “stone” and pursues it relentlessly, drawing inspiration from “the edge” near his home. A devastating loss, linked to a global crisis orchestrated by rogue agencies, shatters his world, dimming his creativity and peace. Grappling with grief, he escapes to a foreign land, briefly reigniting his art but spiraling into addiction and obsession. Upon reflecting on his work, he foresees loneliness and returns home, questioning whether his dreams held him back while glimpsing a transcendent future.

Recorded, produced, and mixed by Bart Rose at Fort Worth Sound, with mastering by Derek Taylor (Eniac Requiem), “Nothing Etched in Stone” captures Transcendence’s evolution while staying true to their progressive metal roots. The album features a new vocal powerhouse, Brian Dixon (Resonance Theory, X Opus), who stepped in after the departure of original vocalist Greg Drew. Dixon was recommended by Travis Wills (Crimson Glory), who was unable to join due to prior commitments but recognized Dixon’s ability to carry the band’s vision forward.

“Nothing Etched in Stone – Pt. I” is poised to reaffirm Transcendence’s place among prog metal’s elite, delivering a sonic journey that is as thought-provoking as it is musically intricate. Stay tuned for more updates, including tracklists, pre-order details, and news on Pt. II in 2026.

Buy & stream “Nothing Etched in Stone Pt. I” here.

Tracklist:
1. Discovery
2. Take Control
3. One Fear
4. Shades of Winter
5. Last Solstice
6. Infect the Nations
7. The Edge Awaits
8. Voices in the Dark
9. Lost… Dream
10. In… Time
11. Ruins… Before the Dawn
12. Open the Sky (CD bonus track)

Line-up:
Brian Dixon – Vocals, vocal harmonies
Jeff Ford – Guitars
Kirk Wood – Bass, vocal harmonies
John Howser – Keys, piano
Derrek Edwards – Drums