United States
Artension
Artension is a North American neoclassical progressive metal band, founded in 1993 by keyboardist Vitalij Kuprij. The band split up after recording seven albums from 1996 to 2004, but reformed in 2016 with the intention of releasing an eighth album.
Progressive Metal
Lineup
Roger Staffelbach
Guitars
1996-2005, 2016-2024
Vitalij Kuprij
Keyboards
1996-2005, 2016-2024
John West
Vocals
1996-2005, 2016-2024
Chris Caffery
Guitars
2016-2024
Kevin Chown
Bass
1996-1998, 2001-2004
Mike Terrana
Drums
1996-1998, 2001-2005
John Onder
Bass
1999-2000
Shane Gaalaas
Drums
1999-2000
Steve DiGiorgio
Bass
2004-2005