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{{Short description|American progressive metal band}}
{{about|the band|the physical discipline|Contortion}}
{{about|the band|the physical discipline|Contortion}}
{{More citations needed|date=February 2017}}
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| alias = At the Hands of Machines (2007–2008)
| origin = [[Indianapolis]], [[Indiana]], U.S.
| origin = [[Indianapolis]], [[Indiana]], U.S.
| genre = {{flatlist|
| genre = {{flatlist|
*[[Progressive metal]]
*[[Progressive metal]]<ref name="allbio">{{cite web | url=http://www.allmusic.com/artist/the-contortionist-mn0002517997/biography | title=The Contortionist | work=[[AllMusic]] | accessdate=April 15, 2015 | author=Monger, James Christopher}}</ref><ref name="exclaim12">{{cite web | url=http://exclaim.ca/Music/article/contortionist-intrinsic | title=The Contortionist | publisher=[[Exclaim!]] | date=July 17, 2012 | accessdate=April 15, 2015 | author=Falzon, Denise}}</ref><ref name="altpress2"/>
*{{nowrap|[[avant-garde metal]]}}
*{{nowrap|[[progressive rock]]}}
*{{nowrap|[[deathcore]] (early)}}
*{{nowrap|[[deathcore]] (early)}}<ref name="exclaim12"/><ref name="altpress2">{{cite web | url=http://www.altpress.com/reviews/entry/the_contortionist_intrinsic | title=The Contortionist - Intrinsic | work=[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]] | date=July 17, 2012 | accessdate=April 15, 2015 | author=Colwell, Matthew}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.altpress.com/features/entry/in_the_studio_the_contortionist | title=In The Studio: The Contortionist | publisher=[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]] | date=February 24, 2012 | accessdate=April 15, 2015 | author=Colwell, Matthew}}</ref>
}}
}}
| years_active = 2007–present
| years_active = 2007–present
| label = {{flatlist|
| label = {{flatlist|
*[[Entertainment One Music|eOne]]
*[[eOne Music|eOne]]
*[[Good Fight Music|Good Fight]]
*[[Good Fight Entertainment|Good Fight]]
}}
}}
| associated_acts =
| associated_acts =
| website = {{url|facebook.com/thecontortionist}}
| website = {{URL|https://www.thecontortionist.net/}}
| current_members = * Joey Baca
| current_members =
* Robby Baca
* Robby Baca
* Joey Baca
* Cameron Maynard
* Cameron Maynard
* Mike Lessard
* Michael Lessard
* Jordan Eberhardt
* Eric Guenther
* Eric Guenther
* Jordan Eberhardt
| past_members = * Dave Hoffman
| past_members =
* Jake Morris
* Jake Morris
* Dave Hoffman
* Jonathan Carpenter
* Jonathan Carpenter
* Christopher Tilley
* Christopher Tilley
}}
}}
'''The Contortionist''' is an American [[progressive metal]] band from [[Indianapolis]], [[Indiana]]. Formed in 2007, the band consists of guitarists Robby Baca and Cameron Maynard, drummer Joey Baca, vocalist Mike Lessard, bassist Jordan Eberhardt, and keyboardist Eric Guenther. They have released four studio albums and three EPs. The band signed with [[E1 Music|E1]] and [[Good Fight Music]] in early 2010.<ref>{{cite web|title=Good Fight Music|url=http://www.goodfightmusic.com/artists/thecontortionist.php#|publisher=Good Fight Music|accessdate=March 25, 2013}}</ref>
'''The Contortionist''' is an American [[progressive metal]] band from [[Indianapolis]], [[Indiana]]. Formed in 2007, the band consists of guitarists Robby Baca and Cameron Maynard, drummer Joey Baca, vocalist Mike Lessard, bassist Jordan Eberhardt, and keyboardist Eric Guenther. They have released four studio albums and three EPs. The band signed with [[eOne Music]] and [[Good Fight Entertainment]] in early 2010.<ref>{{cite web|title=Good Fight Music|url=http://www.goodfightmusic.com/artists/thecontortionist.php|publisher=Good Fight Music|accessdate=March 25, 2013|archive-date=September 23, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150923164100/http://www.goodfightmusic.com/artists/thecontortionist.php|url-status=dead}}</ref>


==History==
==History==
The Contortionist formed in 2007 under the name At the Hands of Machines with vocalist Jake Morris, guitarists Roby Baca and Cameron Maynard, bassist Christopher Tilley, and drummer Joey Baca. The band's first release, the EP ''Sporadic Movements'', was released later that year. At the Hands of Machines changed their name to The Contortionist following the EP's release and the same line-up recorded the EP ''Shapeshifter'', which was released in September 2008. These two EPs featured a [[deathcore]] sound in contrast to the band's later works. Following the release of ''Shapeshifter'', vocalist Jake Morris left the band and was replaced by Dave Hoffman, who also provided keyboards. The band entered Voltaic Recording Studio in early 2009 and released their third EP, ''[[Apparition (EP)|Apparition]]'', in September of that year. The sound of this EP continued the deathcore sound heard with Morris, but also showed the band incorporating elements of [[progressive metal]] into its music.
The Contortionist formed in 2007 under the name At the Hands of Machines with vocalist Jake Morris, guitarists Roby Baca and Cameron Maynard, bassist Christopher Tilley, and drummer Joey Baca. The band's first release, the EP ''Sporadic Movements'', was released later that year. At the Hands of Machines changed their name to The Contortionist following the EP's release and the same line-up recorded the EP ''Shapeshifter'', which was released in September 2008. These two EPs featured a [[deathcore]] sound in contrast to the band's later works. Following the release of ''Shapeshifter'', vocalist Jake Morris left the band and was replaced by Dave Hoffman, who also provided keyboards. The band entered Voltaic Recording Studio in early 2009 and released their third EP, ''[[Apparition (EP)|Apparition]]'', in September of that year. The sound of this EP continued the deathcore sound heard with Morris, but also showed the band incorporating elements of [[progressive metal]] into its music.


Hoffman departed the band in early 2010 and was replaced by Jonathan Carpenter. Not too long after Carpenter's arrival, The Contortionist began work on their debut album, ''[[Exoplanet (album)|Exoplanet]]''. ''Exoplanet'' was released on August 31, 2010 through [[Good Fight Music]]. The album's sound continued the progressive metal/deathcore sound heard on ''Apparition'', with lyrics exploring themes such as space and interstellar travel. Several of the album's songs are reworked songs from ''Apparition'', featuring new lyrics written by Carpenter with slightly different musical passages. The band's second album, ''[[Intrinsic (album)|Intrinsic]]'', was released on July 17, 2012. A month before the album's release, the Contortionist released their first music video for the song "Holomovement." The sound of ''Intrinsic'' differed from previous releases; the album still contained elements of deathcore, but had a greater focus on melody and atmosphere.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sputnikmusic.com/review/50945/The-Contortionist-Intrinsic|title=The Contortionist: Intrinsic - Sputnikmusic - Staff review|publisher=[[Sputnikmusic]]|author= Jacob Royal|accessdate=20 June 2013}}</ref> Carpenter's lyrics focused on science fiction themes which are reflected in the music videos for "Causality" and "Dreaming Schematics."
Hoffman departed the band in early 2010 and was replaced by Jonathan Carpenter. Not too long after Carpenter's arrival, The Contortionist began work on their debut album, ''[[Exoplanet (album)|Exoplanet]]''. ''Exoplanet'' was released on August 31, 2010 through [[Good Fight Entertainment]]. The album's sound continued the progressive metal/deathcore sound heard on ''Apparition'', with lyrics exploring themes such as space and interstellar travel. Several of the album's songs are reworked songs from ''Apparition'', featuring new lyrics written by Carpenter with slightly different musical passages. The band's second album, ''[[Intrinsic (album)|Intrinsic]]'', was released on July 17, 2012. A month before the album's release, the Contortionist released their first music video for the song "Holomovement." The sound of ''Intrinsic'' differed from previous releases; the album still contained elements of deathcore, but had a greater focus on melody and atmosphere.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sputnikmusic.com/review/50945/The-Contortionist-Intrinsic|title=The Contortionist: Intrinsic - Sputnikmusic - Staff review|publisher=Sputnikmusic|author= Jacob Royal|accessdate=20 June 2013}}</ref> Carpenter's lyrics focused on science fiction themes which are reflected in the music videos for "Causality" and "Dreaming Schematics."


In March 2013, Jonathan Carpenter announced his departure from the band. At the time, Carpenter and his longtime girlfriend (now his wife) were expecting their first child. He left on good terms with the band to focus on his personal life and starting his family. Carpenter commented on his departure:
In March 2013, Jonathan Carpenter announced his departure from the band. At the time, Carpenter and his longtime girlfriend (now his wife) were expecting their first child. He left on good terms with the band to focus on his personal life and starting his family. Carpenter commented on his departure:


{{quotation|"It's going to be a jarring change of pace for my life, not being on the road most of the year. Making songs with the band and then performing them in front of the best fans has been a once in a lifetime experience. I wouldn't trade the perspective I've found in the past few years for anything. I got to meet so many amazing people and see a good chunk of the world. I absolutely intend to keep creating and playing music in the future, albeit in a more personal pursuit.
{{blockquote|"It's going to be a jarring change of pace for my life, not being on the road most of the year. Making songs with the band and then performing them in front of the best fans has been a once in a lifetime experience. I wouldn't trade the perspective I've found in the past few years for anything. I got to meet so many amazing people and see a good chunk of the world. I absolutely intend to keep creating and playing music in the future, albeit in a more personal pursuit.


I will miss seeing everyone in the TC family very much. I wish the best to all of my band buds and everyone who supports live music and all this heavy banger music we've been making. I feel very excited for my future with the love of my life and our pups, and our little one on the way. Music has always been one of my passions and that's what drew me to this band in the first place. The music comes first, and I know that the talent of the band will rise above this member change and they will find a new arrangement that will blow your minds."}}
I will miss seeing everyone in the TC family very much. I wish the best to all of my band buds and everyone who supports live music and all this heavy banger music we've been making. I feel very excited for my future with the love of my life and our pups, and our little one on the way. Music has always been one of my passions and that's what drew me to this band in the first place. The music comes first, and I know that the talent of the band will rise above this member change and they will find a new arrangement that will blow your minds."}}
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|url=http://www.heavyblogisheavy.com/2013/03/25/the-contortionist-part-ways-with-vocalist-keyboardist-jonathan-carpenter/
|url=http://www.heavyblogisheavy.com/2013/03/25/the-contortionist-part-ways-with-vocalist-keyboardist-jonathan-carpenter/
|publisher=Heavy Blog Is heavy
|publisher=Heavy Blog Is heavy
|accessdate=25 March 2013}}</ref></blockquote>
|accessdate=25 March 2013
|archive-date=July 29, 2014
|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140729220358/http://www.heavyblogisheavy.com/2013/03/25/the-contortionist-part-ways-with-vocalist-keyboardist-jonathan-carpenter/
|url-status=dead
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On June 21, 2013, the Contortionist announced via their Facebook page that Mike Lessard was officially their new vocalist.
On June 21, 2013, the Contortionist announced via their Facebook page that Mike Lessard was officially their new vocalist.
[[File:The Contortionist.jpg|thumb|upright=1.2|right|The Contortionist in 2012]]
[[File:The Contortionist.jpg|thumb|upright=1.2|right|The Contortionist in 2012]]
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The band released their fourth album, entitled ''[[Clairvoyant (album)|Clairvoyant]]'', on September 15, 2017.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://theprogressiveaspect.net/blog/2017/09/13/the-contortionist-clairvoyant/|title=The Contortionist – Clairvoyant|author=Calder Hannan|publisher=The Progressive Aspect|date=September 13, 2017|accessdate=September 25, 2017}}</ref> This album featured a softer sound, with predominantly clean vocals.
The band released their fourth album, entitled ''[[Clairvoyant (album)|Clairvoyant]]'', on September 15, 2017.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://theprogressiveaspect.net/blog/2017/09/13/the-contortionist-clairvoyant/|title=The Contortionist – Clairvoyant|author=Calder Hannan|publisher=The Progressive Aspect|date=September 13, 2017|accessdate=September 25, 2017}}</ref> This album featured a softer sound, with predominantly clean vocals.


On August 9, 2019, the band released the EP ''Our Bones''. The EP features two new full-length songs, an [[Ambient music|ambient]] interlude, and a cover of "[[1979 (song)|1979]]," originally by [[the Smashing Pumpkins]].<ref>{{cite web|publisher=Metal Injection|author=Leon T.K.|url=https://metalinjection.net/reviews/the-contortionist-our-bones|title=EP Review: THE CONTORTIONIST Our Bones|date=August 16, 2019|accessdate=September 11, 2019}}</ref>
On August 9, 2019, the band released the EP ''[[Our Bones]]''. The EP features two new full-length songs, an [[Ambient music|ambient]] interlude, and a cover of "[[1979 (song)|1979]]", originally by [[The Smashing Pumpkins]].<ref>{{cite web|publisher=Metal Injection|author=Leon T.K.|url=https://metalinjection.net/reviews/the-contortionist-our-bones|title=EP Review: THE CONTORTIONIST Our Bones|date=August 16, 2019|accessdate=September 11, 2019}}</ref>


==Musical style and influences==
==Influences==
The Contortionist's musical style has been described as [[progressive metal]]<ref name="allbio">{{cite web | url=http://www.allmusic.com/artist/the-contortionist-mn0002517997/biography | title=The Contortionist | work=[[AllMusic]] | accessdate=April 15, 2015 | author=Monger, James Christopher}}</ref><ref name="exclaim12">{{cite web | url=http://exclaim.ca/Music/article/contortionist-intrinsic | title=The Contortionist | publisher=[[Exclaim!]] | date=July 17, 2012 | accessdate=April 15, 2015 | author=Falzon, Denise}}</ref><ref name="altpress2"/> and [[progressive rock]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.sonicperspectives.com/news/progressive-rock-unit-the-contortionist-to-celebrate-10-years-of-exoplanet-album-with-an-exclusive-livestream-event-june-26th/|title=Progressive Rock Unit THE CONTORTIONIST to Celebrate 10 Years of 'Exoplanet' Album with an Exclusive Livestream Event June 26th|date=June 8, 2021}}</ref> The band's early work showed one-time experiments in other metal genres outside their primary sound; their second EP ''[[Apparition (EP)|Apparition]]'' has been described as [[deathcore]].<ref name="exclaim12"/><ref name="altpress2">{{cite web | url=http://www.altpress.com/reviews/entry/the_contortionist_intrinsic | title=The Contortionist - Intrinsic | work=[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]] | date=July 17, 2012 | accessdate=April 15, 2015 | author=Colwell, Matthew}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.altpress.com/features/entry/in_the_studio_the_contortionist | title=In The Studio: The Contortionist | publisher=[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]] | date=February 24, 2012 | accessdate=April 15, 2015 | author=Colwell, Matthew}}</ref> Robby Baca has stated that his influences include [[Planet X (band)|Planet&nbsp;X]], [[Pat Metheny]], [[Meshuggah]], [[Allan Holdsworth]], [[Between the Buried and Me]], [[Dream Theater]], [[The Dear Hunter]], [[Textures (band)|Textures]], [[Deftones]],<ref>{{cite web
Robby Baca has stated that his influences include [[Planet X (band)|Planet&nbsp;X]], [[Pat Metheny]], [[Meshuggah]], [[Allan Holdsworth]], [[Between the Buried and Me]], [[Dream Theater]], [[The Dear Hunter]], [[Textures (band)|Textures]], and [[Deftones]].<ref>{{cite web
|title=Interview: The Contortionist
|title=Interview: The Contortionist
|date=October 21, 2011
|url=http://mindequalsblown.net/2011/10/20/interview-the-contortionist/
|url=http://mindequalsblown.net/2011/10/20/interview-the-contortionist/
|publisher=Mind Equals Blown
|publisher=Mind Equals Blown
|accessdate=March 25, 2013}}</ref> Former member Jonathan Carpenter also stated that his personal influences include Dream Theater and [[ambient music|ambient]] composer [[Brian Eno]].<ref>{{cite web
|accessdate=March 25, 2013}}</ref> [[Gojira (band)|Gojira]], and [[Animosity (band)|Animosity]].<ref>{{cite journal |last=Gomez |first=Adrian |date=May 6, 2011 |title=Indy metal band blazes its own trail |url=https://www.abqjournal.com/28807/indy-metal-band-blazes-its-own-trail.html |department=Interview |journal=[[Albuquerque Journal]] |page=47 |access-date=January 30, 2022 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220130144739/https://www.abqjournal.com/28807/indy-metal-band-blazes-its-own-trail.html |archive-date=January 30, 2022}}</ref> Former member Jonathan Carpenter also stated that his personal influences include Dream Theater and [[ambient music|ambient]] composer [[Brian Eno]].<ref>{{cite web
|last=Bell
|last=Bell
|first=Robert
|first=Robert
|title=Friday To-Do: The Contortionist
|title=Friday To-Do: The Contortionist
|date=July 19, 2012
|url=http://www.arktimes.com/RockCandy/archives/2012/07/19/friday-to-do-the-contortionist
|url=http://www.arktimes.com/RockCandy/archives/2012/07/19/friday-to-do-the-contortionist
|publisher=Arkansas Times
|publisher=Arkansas Times
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|title=The Contortionist Bio {{!}} The Contortionist Career
|title=The Contortionist Bio {{!}} The Contortionist Career
|url=http://www.mtv.com/artists/the-contortionist/biography
|url=http://www.mtv.com/artists/the-contortionist/biography
|archive-url=https://archive.today/20130411095319/http://www.mtv.com/artists/the-contortionist/biography
|url-status=dead
|archive-date=April 11, 2013
|publisher=MTV
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===Current===
===Current===
* Robby Baca{{spaced ndash}} guitars <small>(2007–present)</small>, bass <small>(2014)</small>, keyboards <small>(2007–2014)</small>
* Robby Baca{{spaced ndash}} guitars <small>(2007–present)</small>; bass <small>(2014)</small>; keyboards <small>(2007–2014)</small>
* Joey Baca{{spaced ndash}} drums <small>(2007–present)</small>
* Joey Baca{{spaced ndash}} drums <small>(2007–present)</small>
* Cameron Maynard{{spaced ndash}} guitars <small>(2007–present)</small>
* Cameron Maynard{{spaced ndash}} guitars <small>(2007–present)</small>
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* Jake Morris{{spaced ndash}} vocals <small>(2007–2008)</small>
* Jake Morris{{spaced ndash}} vocals <small>(2007–2008)</small>
* Dave Hoffman{{spaced ndash}} vocals, keyboards <small>(2008–2010) (Ishia, ex-Boreworm,<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.thecirclepit.com/2016/06/boreworm-add-ex-the-contortionist-vocalist|title=Boreworm Add Ex-The Contortionist Vocalist &#124; The Circle Pit|website=Thecirclepit.com|accessdate=October 10, 2020}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://carcosapr.com/post/156196705038/boreworm-unleashes-pulverizing-new-single-vile|title=BOREWORM Unleashes Pulverizing New Single "Vile Husk" Through Metal Injection|website=Carcosapr.com|accessdate=October 10, 2020}}</ref> ex-Into the Silence, ex-Wounded Knee)</small>
* Dave Hoffman{{spaced ndash}} vocals, keyboards <small>(2008–2010) (Ishia, ex-Boreworm,<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.thecirclepit.com/2016/06/boreworm-add-ex-the-contortionist-vocalist|title=Boreworm Add Ex-The Contortionist Vocalist &#124; The Circle Pit|website=Thecirclepit.com|accessdate=October 10, 2020}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://carcosapr.com/post/156196705038/boreworm-unleashes-pulverizing-new-single-vile|title=BOREWORM Unleashes Pulverizing New Single "Vile Husk" Through Metal Injection|website=Carcosapr.com|accessdate=October 10, 2020}}</ref> ex-Into the Silence, ex-Wounded Knee)</small>
* Jonathan Carpenter{{spaced ndash}} vocals, keyboards <small>(2010-2013) (Foreign Waves)<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20151026055859/http://www.itdjents.com/news/news-jonathan-carpenter-ex-the-contortionist-teases-new-music/] </ref></small>
* Jonathan Carpenter{{spaced ndash}} vocals, keyboards <small>(2010–2013) (Foreign Waves)<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.itdjents.com/news/news-jonathan-carpenter-ex-the-contortionist-teases-new-music/ |title=NEWS: Jonathan Carpenter (Ex-The Contortionist) Teases New Music - It Djents |website=www.itdjents.com |access-date=17 January 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151026055859/http://www.itdjents.com/news/news-jonathan-carpenter-ex-the-contortionist-teases-new-music/ |archive-date=26 October 2015 |url-status=dead}}</ref></small>
* Christopher Tilley{{spaced ndash}} bass <small>(2007–2014)</small>
* Christopher Tilley{{spaced ndash}} bass <small>(2007–2014)</small>
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! scope="col" colspan="4" | Peak chart positions
! scope="col" colspan="4" | Peak chart positions
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! scope="col" style="width:3em;font-size:90%;" | [[Billboard 200|US]]<br /><ref>{{cite web|publisher=[[Eldridge Industries]]|work=[[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]]|url=https://www.billboard.com/artist/the-contortionist/chart-history/tlp/|title=The Contortionist Chart History (Billboard 200)|accessdate=December 12, 2018}}</ref>
! scope="col" style="width:3em;font-size:90%;" | [[Billboard 200|US]]<br /><ref>{{cite magazine|publisher=[[Eldridge Industries]]|magazine=[[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]]|url=https://www.billboard.com/artist/the-contortionist/chart-history/tlp/|title=The Contortionist Chart History (Billboard 200)|accessdate=December 12, 2018}}</ref>
! scope="col" style="width:3em;font-size:90%;" | [[Independent Albums|US Indie]]<br /><ref>{{cite web|publisher=[[Eldridge Industries]]|work=[[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]]|url=https://www.billboard.com/artist/the-contortionist/chart-history/ind/|title=The Contortionist Chart History (Independent Albums)|accessdate=December 12, 2018}}</ref>
! scope="col" style="width:3em;font-size:90%;" | [[Independent Albums|US Indie]]<br /><ref>{{cite magazine|publisher=[[Eldridge Industries]]|magazine=[[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]]|url=https://www.billboard.com/artist/the-contortionist/chart-history/ind/|title=The Contortionist Chart History (Independent Albums)|accessdate=December 12, 2018}}</ref>
! scope="col" style="width:3em;font-size:90%;" | [[Top Rock Albums|US Rock]]<br /><ref>{{cite web|publisher=[[Eldridge Industries]]|work=[[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]]|url=https://www.billboard.com/artist/the-contortionist/chart-history/rck/|title=The Contortionist Chart History (Top Rock Albums)|accessdate=December 12, 2018}}</ref>
! scope="col" style="width:3em;font-size:90%;" | [[Top Rock Albums|US Rock]]<br /><ref>{{cite magazine|publisher=[[Eldridge Industries]]|magazine=[[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]]|url=https://www.billboard.com/artist/the-contortionist/chart-history/rck/|title=The Contortionist Chart History (Top Rock Albums)|accessdate=December 12, 2018}}</ref>
! scope="col" style="width:3em;font-size:90%;" | [[Hard Rock Albums|US Hard Rock]]<br /><ref>{{cite web|publisher=[[Eldridge Industries]]|work=[[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]]|url=https://www.billboard.com/artist/the-contortionist/chart-history/mtl/|title=The Contortionist Chart History (Hard Rock Albums)|accessdate=December 12, 2018}}</ref>
! scope="col" style="width:3em;font-size:90%;" | [[Hard Rock Albums|US Hard Rock]]<br /><ref>{{cite magazine|publisher=[[Eldridge Industries]]|magazine=[[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]]|url=https://www.billboard.com/artist/the-contortionist/chart-history/mtl/|title=The Contortionist Chart History (Hard Rock Albums)|accessdate=December 12, 2018}}</ref>
|-
|-
! scope="row" | ''[[Exoplanet (album)|Exoplanet]]''
! scope="row" | ''[[Exoplanet (album)|Exoplanet]]''
|
|
* Released: August 31, 2010
* Released: August 31, 2010
* Label: [[Good Fight Records|Good Fight]]
* Label: [[Good Fight Entertainment|Good Fight]]
* Formats: [[Compact Disc|CD]], [[LP record|LP]], [[Music download|DL]]
* Formats: [[Compact Disc|CD]], [[LP record|LP]], [[Music download|DL]]
| — || — || — || —
| — || — || — || —
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|
* Released: July 17, 2012
* Released: July 17, 2012
* Label: [[E1 Music|E1]], Good Fight
* Label: [[eOne Music|eOne]], Good Fight
* Formats: CD, LP, DL
* Formats: CD, LP, DL
| 125 || 23 || 42 || 12
| 125 || 23 || 42 || 12
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|
* Released: September 16, 2014
* Released: September 16, 2014
* Label: E1, Good Fight
* Label: eOne, Good Fight
* Formats: CD, LP, DL
* Formats: CD, LP, DL
| 52 || 13 || 15 || 6
| 52 || 13 || 15 || 6
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|
|
* Released: September 15, 2017
* Released: September 15, 2017
* Label: E1, Good Fight
* Label: eOne, Good Fight
* Formats: CD, LP, DL
* Formats: CD, LP, DL
| 135 || 8 || 26 || 7
| 135 || 8 || 26 || 7
|-
|-
| colspan="6" style="font-size:90%" | "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory.
| colspan="6" style="font-size:90%" | "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory.
|}

=== Live albums ===
{| class="wikitable plainrowheaders" style = "text-align:center;"
|+ List of live albums
! scope="col" style="width:12em;" | Title
! scope="col" style="width:20em;" | Album details
|-
! scope="row" | ''Retrospective: Live from Atlanta''<ref>{{cite web |title=The Contortionist– Retrospective: Live From Atlanta |url=https://www.discogs.com/release/25991182-The-Contortionist-Retrospective-Live-From-Atlanta |website=Discogs |access-date=28 July 2023}}</ref>
|
* Released: January 30, 2023
* Label: [[MNRK Music Group|MNRK Heavy]]
* Format: LP
|}
|}


=== EPs ===
=== EPs ===
{| class="wikitable plainrowheaders" style="text-align:center;"
* ''Sporadic Movements'' <small>(released as '''At the Hands of Machines''')</small> (2007)
|+ List of extended plays
* ''Shapeshifter'' (2008)
! scope="col" style="width:12em;" | Title
* ''[[Apparition (EP)|Apparition]]'' (2009)
! scope="col" style="width:20em;" | EP details
* ''Language: Rediscovered'' (2015)
|-
* ''Our Bones'' (2019)
! scope="row" | ''Sporadic Movements'' {{small|(released under '''At the Hands of Machines''')}}
|
* Released: June 1, 2007
* Label: [[Independent music|Independent]]
* Format: CD
|-
! scope="row" | ''Shapeshifter''
|
* Released: September 1, 2008
* Label: Independent
* Format: CD
|-
! scope="row" | ''Apparition''
|
* Released: September 24, 2009
* Label: Independent
* Format: CD
|-
! scope="row" | ''[[Our Bones]]''
|
* Released: August 9, 2019
* Label: [[eOne Music|eOne]], [[Good Fight Entertainment|Good Fight]]
* Format: CD, LP, DL
|}


=== Singles===
===Singles===
{| class=wikitable
* "Predator" (2008)
!Year
* "Primal Directive" (2010)
!Song
* "Holomovement" (2012)
!Album
* "Language I: Intuition" (2014)
|-
* "Reimagined" (2017)
|rowspan="2"|2012
* "Return to Earth" (2017)
|"Holomovement"<ref>{{cite web|publisher=[[Metal Sucks]]|url=https://www.metalsucks.net/2012/06/11/exclusive-premiere-the-contortionists-holomovement-song-lyric-video/|title=EXCLUSIVE PREMIERE: THE CONTORTIONIST'S "HOLOMOVEMENT" SONG + LYRIC VIDEO!|date=June 11, 2012|accessdate=August 24, 2021}}</ref>
* "Early Grave" (2019)
|rowspan="2"|''Intrinsic''
|-
|"Causality"<ref>{{cite web | website=[[BraveWords]] |url=https://bravewords.com/news/the-contortionist-causality-video-released |title=THE CONTORTIONIST - 'Causality' Video Released |date=July 16, 2012 |access-date=July 2, 2022}}</ref>
|-
|rowspan="2"|2014
|"Language I: Intuition"<ref>{{cite web |publisher=[[Metal Sucks]] |last=Neilstein |first=Vince |url=https://www.metalsucks.net/2014/07/15/drop-youre-listen-new-contortionist-single-right-now/ |title=Drop What You're Doing and Listen to the New Contortionist Single Right Now! |date=July 15, 2014 |access-date=July 2, 2022}}</ref>
|rowspan="2"|''Language''
|-
|"Primordial Sound"<ref>{{cite web |publisher=[[Metal Sucks]] |url=https://www.metalsucks.net/2014/09/02/exclusive-track-premiere-contortionist-primordial-sound/ |title=Exclusive Track Premiere: The Contortionist, "Primordial Sound" |date=September 2, 2014 |access-date=July 2, 2022}}</ref>
|-
|rowspan="3"|2017
|"Reimagined"<ref>{{cite web |website=[[Loudwire]] |last=DiVita |first=Joe |url=https://loudwire.com/the-contortionist-clairvoyant-album-reimagined-video/ |title=The Contortionist Detail New Album, Release 'Reimagined' Video |date=June 6, 2017 |access-date=July 2, 2022}}</ref>
|rowspan="3"|''Clairvoyant''
|-
|"Absolve"<ref>{{cite web |website=[[Revolver (magazine)|Revolver]] |url=https://www.revolvermag.com/artist-music-song-premieres/listen-contortionists-opeth-esque-new-song/23567 |title=Listen to the Contortionist's Opeth-Esque New Song |date=July 21, 2017 |access-date=January 6, 2023}}</ref>
|-
|"Return to Earth"<ref>{{cite web |website=[[Prog (magazine)|Prog]] |last=Kielty |first=Martin |url=https://www.loudersound.com/news/the-contortionist-return-to-earth-video |title=The Contortionist premiere Return To Earth video |date=August 25, 2017 |access-date=July 2, 2022}}</ref>
|-
|2019
|"Early Grave"<ref>{{cite web |website=[[Loudwire]] |last=DiVita |first=Joe |url=https://loudwire.com/the-contortionist-early-grave-our-bones-ep/ |title=The Contortionist Drop New Song 'Early Grave' + Announce EP |date=June 25, 2019 |access-date=July 2, 2022}}</ref>
|''Our Bones''
|}


=== Music videos ===
=== Music videos ===
{| class=wikitable
* "Causality" (2012)
!Year
* "Dreaming Schematics" (2012)
!Song
* "Language I: Intuition" - Dir. [[Corey Norman (director)|Corey Norman]] (2014)
!Director
* "Primordial Sound" - Dir. [[Corey Norman (director)|Corey Norman]] (2014)
|-
* "The Parable (Rediscovered)" (2015)
|rowspan="2"|2012
* "Language (Rediscovered)" (2015)
|"Causality"
* "Primordial Sound (Rediscovered)" (2015)
|
* "The Source (Rediscovered)" (2015)
|-
* "Reimagined" (2017)
|"Dreaming Schematics"
* "Return to Earth" (2017)
|
* "Early Grave" (2019)
|-
* "1979" (2020)
|rowspan="2"|2014
|"Language I: Intuition"
|rowspan="2"|[[Corey Norman (director)|Corey Norman]]
|-
|"Primordial Sound"
|-
|rowspan="4"|2015
|"The Parable" (Rediscovered)
|rowspan="4"|Erez Bader<ref>{{cite web|author=wookubus |url=http://www.theprp.com/2015/12/01/news/the-contortionist-rediscover-four-songs-for-language-reissue-debut-new-version-of-the-parable/ |title=The Contortionist 'Rediscover' Four Songs For "Language" Reissue, Debut New Version Of "The Parable" |website=theprp.com |date=December 1, 2015 |accessdate=March 14, 2016}}</ref>
|-
|"Language" (Rediscovered)
|-
|"Primordial Sound" (Rediscovered)
|-
|"The Source" (Rediscovered)
|-
|rowspan="2"|2017
|"Reimagined"
|
|-
|"Return to Earth"
|
|-
|2019
|"Early Grave"
|
|-
|2020
|"1979"
|rowspan="2"|Michael Lessard<ref>{{cite web |website=[[Consequence (publication)|Consequence]] |last=Hadusek |first=Jon |url=https://consequence.net/2020/02/the-contortionist-video-smashing-pumpkins-1979/ |title=The Contortionist Unveil Video for Cover of Smashing Pumpkins' "1979" |date=February 20, 2020 |access-date=July 2, 2022}}</ref>
|-
|2022
|"Primal Directive" (live)
|}


==Concert tours==
==Concert tours==
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*Polaris North America Tour – [[Tesseract (band)|Tesseract]], The Contortionist, [[Erra (band)|ERRA]], [[Skyharbor]]
*Polaris North America Tour – [[Tesseract (band)|Tesseract]], The Contortionist, [[Erra (band)|ERRA]], [[Skyharbor]]
*Polaris United Kingdom Tour – Tesseract, The Contortionist, [[Nordic Giants]]
*Polaris United Kingdom Tour – Tesseract, The Contortionist, [[Nordic Giants]]
*2016 North America Tour – The Contortionist, [[Monuments (band)|Monuments]], [[Entheos]], Sleepmakeswaves
*2016 North America Tour – The Contortionist, [[Monuments (metal band)|Monuments]], [[Entheos]], Sleepmakeswaves
*The Mothership Tour – [[Dance Gavin Dance]], The Contortionist, [[Hail the Sun]], Good Tiger, [[The White Noise (band)|The White Noise]]
*The Mothership Tour – [[Dance Gavin Dance]], The Contortionist, [[Hail the Sun]], Good Tiger, [[The White Noise (band)|The White Noise]]
*European Unrest Tour – Periphery, The Contortionist, Destrage
*European Unrest Tour – Periphery, The Contortionist, Destrage
*The Sonic Unrest Part II Tour – Periphery, The Contortionist, [[Norma Jean (band)|Norma Jean]], Infinity Shred
*The Sonic Unrest Part II Tour – Periphery, The Contortionist, [[Norma Jean (band)|Norma Jean]], Infinity Shred
*Colors 10th Anniversary Tour – Between the Buried and Me, The Contortionist, Polyphia, Toothgrinder
*Colors 10th Anniversary Tour – Between the Buried and Me, The Contortionist, Polyphia, Toothgrinder
*The Stories We Tell Ourselves Tour – [[Nothing More]], The Contortionist, [[Big Story (band)|Big Story]], Kirra
*The Stories We Tell Ourselves Tour – [[Nothing More]], The Contortionist, Big Story, Kirra
*The Clairvoyant Tour – The Contortionist, [[Silent Planet]], Skyharbor, [[Strawberry Girls]], Sikth, AlithiA
*The Clairvoyant Tour – The Contortionist, [[Silent Planet]], Skyharbor, [[Strawberry Girls]], Sikth, AlithiA
*The Reimagined Tour – The Contortionist, Intervals
*The Reimagined Tour – The Contortionist, Intervals
*Animals as Leaders 10 Year Anniversary Tour – Animals as Leaders, The Contortionist
*Animals as Leaders 10 Year Anniversary Tour – Animals as Leaders, The Contortionist
*Performing Language and Exoplanet in Their Entireties - The Contortionist, [[Rivers of Nihil]]


==See also==
==See also==
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[[Category:American deathcore musical groups]]
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[[Category:American progressive metal musical groups]]
[[Category:American progressive metal musical groups]]
[[Category:American technical death metal musical groups]]
[[Category:American technical death metal musical groups]]

Latest revision as of 22:38, 10 October 2024

This article is about the band. For the physical discipline, see Contortion.

The Contortionist
The Contortionist performing in 2014
Background information
Also known asAt the Hands of Machines (2007–2008)
OriginIndianapolis, Indiana, U.S.
Genres
Years active2007–present
Labels
Members
  • Robby Baca
  • Joey Baca
  • Cameron Maynard
  • Michael Lessard
  • Eric Guenther
  • Jordan Eberhardt
Past members
  • Jake Morris
  • Dave Hoffman
  • Jonathan Carpenter
  • Christopher Tilley
Websitewww.thecontortionist.net

The Contortionist is an American progressive metal band from Indianapolis, Indiana. Formed in 2007, the band consists of guitarists Robby Baca and Cameron Maynard, drummer Joey Baca, vocalist Mike Lessard, bassist Jordan Eberhardt, and keyboardist Eric Guenther. They have released four studio albums and three EPs. The band signed with eOne Music and Good Fight Entertainment in early 2010.[1]

History

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The Contortionist formed in 2007 under the name At the Hands of Machines with vocalist Jake Morris, guitarists Roby Baca and Cameron Maynard, bassist Christopher Tilley, and drummer Joey Baca. The band's first release, the EP Sporadic Movements, was released later that year. At the Hands of Machines changed their name to The Contortionist following the EP's release and the same line-up recorded the EP Shapeshifter, which was released in September 2008. These two EPs featured a deathcore sound in contrast to the band's later works. Following the release of Shapeshifter, vocalist Jake Morris left the band and was replaced by Dave Hoffman, who also provided keyboards. The band entered Voltaic Recording Studio in early 2009 and released their third EP, Apparition, in September of that year. The sound of this EP continued the deathcore sound heard with Morris, but also showed the band incorporating elements of progressive metal into its music.

Hoffman departed the band in early 2010 and was replaced by Jonathan Carpenter. Not too long after Carpenter's arrival, The Contortionist began work on their debut album, Exoplanet. Exoplanet was released on August 31, 2010 through Good Fight Entertainment. The album's sound continued the progressive metal/deathcore sound heard on Apparition, with lyrics exploring themes such as space and interstellar travel. Several of the album's songs are reworked songs from Apparition, featuring new lyrics written by Carpenter with slightly different musical passages. The band's second album, Intrinsic, was released on July 17, 2012. A month before the album's release, the Contortionist released their first music video for the song "Holomovement." The sound of Intrinsic differed from previous releases; the album still contained elements of deathcore, but had a greater focus on melody and atmosphere.[2] Carpenter's lyrics focused on science fiction themes which are reflected in the music videos for "Causality" and "Dreaming Schematics."

In March 2013, Jonathan Carpenter announced his departure from the band. At the time, Carpenter and his longtime girlfriend (now his wife) were expecting their first child. He left on good terms with the band to focus on his personal life and starting his family. Carpenter commented on his departure:

"It's going to be a jarring change of pace for my life, not being on the road most of the year. Making songs with the band and then performing them in front of the best fans has been a once in a lifetime experience. I wouldn't trade the perspective I've found in the past few years for anything. I got to meet so many amazing people and see a good chunk of the world. I absolutely intend to keep creating and playing music in the future, albeit in a more personal pursuit. I will miss seeing everyone in the TC family very much. I wish the best to all of my band buds and everyone who supports live music and all this heavy banger music we've been making. I feel very excited for my future with the love of my life and our pups, and our little one on the way. Music has always been one of my passions and that's what drew me to this band in the first place. The music comes first, and I know that the talent of the band will rise above this member change and they will find a new arrangement that will blow your minds."

Robby Baca also commented on Carpenter leaving:

"We are sad to see John go, but at the same time remain fully supportive of his decision. We look forward to the process of finding a new vocalist and writing a new record."

Mike Lessard of Last Chance to Reason took over vocal duties for upcoming shows until the band found a permanent replacement. Mike Lessard commented on filling in for Carpenter:

"I'm happy to be helping my friends in the Contortionist for the next few months on tour as a temporary vocalist. I'll be returning to my duties in Last Chance to Reason once these dates are finished in May. I look forward to seeing a bunch of new and familiar faces in the months to come." [3]

On June 21, 2013, the Contortionist announced via their Facebook page that Mike Lessard was officially their new vocalist.

The Contortionist in 2012

On April 23, 2014, the Contortionist announced via Facebook the completion of recording their third full-length album. The album was produced by Jamie King (Between the Buried and Me, He Is Legend, the Human Abstract, among many others).[4] On June 26, 2014, the Contortionist announced on their Facebook page that their new album, entitled Language, would be released September 16, 2014 through eOne and Good Fight Music. It was also officially made known that bassist Christopher Tilley had been replaced by former Scale the Summit bassist, Jordan Eberhardt, for unannounced reasons. During an AMA session, which took place on September 12, a question regarding Christopher Tilley's departure was answered, the band's response was: "Touring and all that comes with it just wasn't what Tilley wanted to do anymore. We love Chris and wish him the best!"

The band released their fourth album, entitled Clairvoyant, on September 15, 2017.[5] This album featured a softer sound, with predominantly clean vocals.

On August 9, 2019, the band released the EP Our Bones. The EP features two new full-length songs, an ambient interlude, and a cover of "1979", originally by The Smashing Pumpkins.[6]

Musical style and influences

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The Contortionist's musical style has been described as progressive metal[7][8][9] and progressive rock.[10] The band's early work showed one-time experiments in other metal genres outside their primary sound; their second EP Apparition has been described as deathcore.[8][9][11] Robby Baca has stated that his influences include Planet X, Pat Metheny, Meshuggah, Allan Holdsworth, Between the Buried and Me, Dream Theater, The Dear Hunter, Textures, Deftones,[12] Gojira, and Animosity.[13] Former member Jonathan Carpenter also stated that his personal influences include Dream Theater and ambient composer Brian Eno.[14] Other influences include Rush, Isis, and Cynic.[15]

Members

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Timeline

[edit]

Discography

[edit]

Studio albums

[edit]
List of studio albums, with selected chart positions
Title Album details Peak chart positions
US
[19] 		US Indie
[20] 		US Rock
[21] 		US Hard Rock
[22]
Exoplanet — — — —
Intrinsic
  • Released: July 17, 2012
  • Label: eOne, Good Fight
  • Formats: CD, LP, DL
 125 23 42 12
Language
  • Released: September 16, 2014
  • Label: eOne, Good Fight
  • Formats: CD, LP, DL
 52 13 15 6
Clairvoyant
  • Released: September 15, 2017
  • Label: eOne, Good Fight
  • Formats: CD, LP, DL
 135 8 26 7
"—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory.

Live albums

[edit]
List of live albums
Title Album details
Retrospective: Live from Atlanta[23]
  • Released: January 30, 2023
  • Label: MNRK Heavy
  • Format: LP

EPs

[edit]
List of extended plays
Title EP details
Sporadic Movements (released under At the Hands of Machines)
Shapeshifter
  • Released: September 1, 2008
  • Label: Independent
  • Format: CD
Apparition
  • Released: September 24, 2009
  • Label: Independent
  • Format: CD
Our Bones

Singles

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Year Song Album
2012 "Holomovement"[24] Intrinsic
"Causality"[25]
2014 "Language I: Intuition"[26] Language
"Primordial Sound"[27]
2017 "Reimagined"[28] Clairvoyant
"Absolve"[29]
"Return to Earth"[30]
2019 "Early Grave"[31] Our Bones

Music videos

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Year Song Director
2012 "Causality"
"Dreaming Schematics"
2014 "Language I: Intuition" Corey Norman
"Primordial Sound"
2015 "The Parable" (Rediscovered) Erez Bader[32]
"Language" (Rediscovered)
"Primordial Sound" (Rediscovered)
"The Source" (Rediscovered)
2017 "Reimagined"
"Return to Earth"
2019 "Early Grave"
2020 "1979" Michael Lessard[33]
2022 "Primal Directive" (live)

Concert tours

[edit]

See also

[edit]

References

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  1. ^ "Good Fight Music". Good Fight Music. Archived from the original on September 23, 2015. Retrieved March 25, 2013.
  2. ^ Jacob Royal. "The Contortionist: Intrinsic - Sputnikmusic - Staff review". Sputnikmusic. Retrieved June 20, 2013.
  3. ^ "The Contortionist Part Ways With Vocalist & Keyboardist Jonathan Carpenter". Heavy Blog Is heavy. Archived from the original on July 29, 2014. Retrieved March 25, 2013.
  4. ^ "The Contortionist Enter The Studio For New Album". March 20, 2014. Retrieved May 18, 2014.
  5. ^ Calder Hannan (September 13, 2017). "The Contortionist – Clairvoyant". The Progressive Aspect. Retrieved September 25, 2017.
  6. ^ Leon T.K. (August 16, 2019). "EP Review: THE CONTORTIONIST Our Bones". Metal Injection. Retrieved September 11, 2019.
  7. ^ Monger, James Christopher. "The Contortionist". AllMusic. Retrieved April 15, 2015.
  8. ^ a b Falzon, Denise (July 17, 2012). "The Contortionist". Exclaim!. Retrieved April 15, 2015.
  9. ^ a b Colwell, Matthew (July 17, 2012). "The Contortionist - Intrinsic". Alternative Press. Retrieved April 15, 2015.
  10. ^ "Progressive Rock Unit THE CONTORTIONIST to Celebrate 10 Years of 'Exoplanet' Album with an Exclusive Livestream Event June 26th". June 8, 2021.
  11. ^ Colwell, Matthew (February 24, 2012). "In The Studio: The Contortionist". Alternative Press. Retrieved April 15, 2015.
  12. ^ "Interview: The Contortionist". Mind Equals Blown. October 21, 2011. Retrieved March 25, 2013.
  13. ^ Gomez, Adrian (May 6, 2011). "Indy metal band blazes its own trail". Interview. Albuquerque Journal: 47. Archived from the original on January 30, 2022. Retrieved January 30, 2022.
  14. ^ Bell, Robert (July 19, 2012). "Friday To-Do: The Contortionist". Arkansas Times. Retrieved March 25, 2013.
  15. ^ "The Contortionist Bio | The Contortionist Career". MTV. Archived from the original on April 11, 2013. Retrieved March 25, 2013.
  16. ^ "Boreworm Add Ex-The Contortionist Vocalist | The Circle Pit". Thecirclepit.com. Retrieved October 10, 2020.
  17. ^ "BOREWORM Unleashes Pulverizing New Single "Vile Husk" Through Metal Injection". Carcosapr.com. Retrieved October 10, 2020.
  18. ^ "NEWS: Jonathan Carpenter (Ex-The Contortionist) Teases New Music - It Djents". www.itdjents.com. Archived from the original on October 26, 2015. Retrieved January 17, 2022.
  19. ^ "The Contortionist Chart History (Billboard 200)". Billboard. Eldridge Industries. Retrieved December 12, 2018.
  20. ^ "The Contortionist Chart History (Independent Albums)". Billboard. Eldridge Industries. Retrieved December 12, 2018.
  21. ^ "The Contortionist Chart History (Top Rock Albums)". Billboard. Eldridge Industries. Retrieved December 12, 2018.
  22. ^ "The Contortionist Chart History (Hard Rock Albums)". Billboard. Eldridge Industries. Retrieved December 12, 2018.
  23. ^ "The Contortionist– Retrospective: Live From Atlanta". Discogs. Retrieved July 28, 2023.
  24. ^ "EXCLUSIVE PREMIERE: THE CONTORTIONIST'S "HOLOMOVEMENT" SONG + LYRIC VIDEO!". Metal Sucks. June 11, 2012. Retrieved August 24, 2021.
  25. ^ "THE CONTORTIONIST - 'Causality' Video Released". BraveWords. July 16, 2012. Retrieved July 2, 2022.
  26. ^ Neilstein, Vince (July 15, 2014). "Drop What You're Doing and Listen to the New Contortionist Single Right Now!". Metal Sucks. Retrieved July 2, 2022.
  27. ^ "Exclusive Track Premiere: The Contortionist, "Primordial Sound"". Metal Sucks. September 2, 2014. Retrieved July 2, 2022.
  28. ^ DiVita, Joe (June 6, 2017). "The Contortionist Detail New Album, Release 'Reimagined' Video". Loudwire. Retrieved July 2, 2022.
  29. ^ "Listen to the Contortionist's Opeth-Esque New Song". Revolver. July 21, 2017. Retrieved January 6, 2023.
  30. ^ Kielty, Martin (August 25, 2017). "The Contortionist premiere Return To Earth video". Prog. Retrieved July 2, 2022.
  31. ^ DiVita, Joe (June 25, 2019). "The Contortionist Drop New Song 'Early Grave' + Announce EP". Loudwire. Retrieved July 2, 2022.
  32. ^ wookubus (December 1, 2015). "The Contortionist 'Rediscover' Four Songs For "Language" Reissue, Debut New Version Of "The Parable"". theprp.com. Retrieved March 14, 2016.
  33. ^ Hadusek, Jon (February 20, 2020). "The Contortionist Unveil Video for Cover of Smashing Pumpkins' "1979"". Consequence. Retrieved July 2, 2022.
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