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Axioma
Axioma performing in 2024
Axioma performing in 2024
Background information
OriginCleveland, Ohio, United States
GenresDark Metal, Post-black Metal, Post-metal, Sludge Metal, Doom Metal
Years active2015–present
LabelsTartarus Records, Translation Loss Records, Stained Glass Torments
Members
  • Aaron Dallison
  • J Meyers
  • Nick Amato
  • Cyril Blandino
Past membersJon Vinson

Axioma (/ˌæksiˈoʊmə/; pronounced AK-see-oh-mə) from the root word Axiom [1] is an American dark metal band from Cleveland, Ohio[1], formed in 2015.[2] The band is known for combining Death Metal, post-black metal, sludge, doom, and ambient music. They have released multiple critically hailed EPs[3] and full-length albums,[4] garnering attention in underground metal circles for their apocalyptic soundscapes and visceral performances.

History

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The band dates back to 2015 when guitarists Cyril Blandino and J. Meyers from Forged in Flame, former Keelhaul and Ringworm bassist/vocalist Aaron Dallison,[5] and drummer Jon Vinson came together in Cleveland, Ohio. Their debut EP, Opia, was released in 2016 by Tartarus Records[6] based in Groningen, Netherlands.

In 2019, the band released their first full-length album, Crown,[7] through Translation Loss Records.[8] The album featured a cover of the 1998 Massive Attack song Angel.[4]

Their second full-length album, Sepsis,[9][10] followed in 2022 again on Translation Loss Records with multiple vinyl pressings. In 2023, Axioma released the EP Primal Descent through Stained Glass Torments.[11] The album was the first to feature drummer Nick Amato. Written during the COVID-19 pandemic, the EP explores themes of technological and societal decay. [12] [13]

In 2024, they produced and released Live Totality, a live EP inspired by their performance on the edge of Lake Erie during the total solar eclipse in Lorain, Ohio.[14]

Musical style

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Axioma's sound incorporates elements of black metal, doom, sludge, and ambient music. The band is often compared to acts like Neurosis and Inter Arma[15] for their aggressive yet atmospheric approach.[6][16]

Members

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Current

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  • Cyril Blandino – guitar
  • J. Meyers – guitar
  • Aaron Dallison – bass, vocals
  • Nick Amato – drums (2022–present)

Former

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  • Jon Vinson – drums (2015–2022)

Discography

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Studio albums

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  • Crown (2019, Translation Loss Records)[8]
  • Sepsis (2022, Translation Loss Records)

EPs

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  • Opia (2016, Tartarus Records)
  • Primal Descent (2023, Stained Glass Torments)[13]
  • Live Totality (2024, Stained Glass Torments)

Singles

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  • "Sacred Killing Machine" (2019)
  • "Cult of Moloch" (2019)
  • "A New Dark Age" (2022)
  • "Septic" (2022)

Live performances

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Axioma has performed across the U.S. alongside bands such as Goatwhore, Conan, Integrity, Dragged into Sunlight, Gorguts, Immolation, Osi and the Jupiter, and Imperial Triumphant. They also participated in Into the Darkness Festival and held a live in sync solar eclipse performance[17] in 2024.[18]

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References

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  1. ^ "Live Totality EP Review". Metalsucks.com. 2022-06-08. Retrieved 2025-06-02.
  2. ^ "Axioma". Encyclopaedia Metallum – The Metal Archives. 2024-12-04. Retrieved 2025-05-31.
  3. ^ "Live Totality EP Review". No Clean Singing. 2024-12-04. Retrieved 2025-05-31.
  4. ^ a b "Hear Post-Metal Act Axioma's New LP, Featuring Doomy Massive Attack "Angel" Cover". Revolver Magazine. Retrieved 2025-05-31.
  5. ^ "Aaron Dallison". Metal Archives. Retrieved 2025-05-31.
  6. ^ a b "Axioma". Tartarus Records. Retrieved 2025-05-29.
  7. ^ "Brooklyn Vegan Axioma and Varaha Tour Dates". Brooklyn Vegan. Retrieved 2025-05-31.
  8. ^ a b "Crown, by Axioma". Bandcamp. Retrieved 2025-05-29.
  9. ^ "Album Review: AXIOMA - Sepsis". New Noise Magazine. 2022-06-20. Retrieved 2025-05-29.
  10. ^ "AXIOMA - Sepsis Review". Angry Metal Guy. 2022-06-22. Retrieved 2025-05-31.
  11. ^ "Metal Archives: Stained Glass Torments". Metal Archives: Stained Glass Torments. Retrieved 2025-05-29.
  12. ^ "Cleveland bruisers Axioma burn societal decay, oppression with earth-decimating debut 'Crown'". Meatmeadmetal.com. 2019-06-19. Retrieved 2025-06-09.
  13. ^ a b "Axioma To Unleash Primal Descent EP". Earsplit Compound. 2023-10-10. Retrieved 2025-05-29.
  14. ^ "Axioma: Ohio Apocalyptic Metal Faction To Unleash Solar Eclipse Inspired Live Totality EP". Earsplit Compound. 2023-11-28. Retrieved 2025-05-29.
  15. ^ "Axioma – Sepsis (Review)". Wonderbox Metal. 2022-12-22. Retrieved 2025-06-02.
  16. ^ "Axioma". Cleveland Scene. 2024-12-04. Retrieved 2025-05-31.
  17. ^ "SEEN AND HEARD: SAOR, AXIOMA, ACID MAGUS". No Clean Singing. 2024-11-22. Retrieved 2025-05-31.
  18. ^ "Axioma Concert History". Concert Archives. Retrieved 2025-05-29.
  19. ^ "Brain Tentacles – Brain Tentacles". heavyblogisheavy.com. 2022-03-04. Retrieved 2019-09-19.
  20. ^ "Dark Worship – "Flesh Of A Saint"". Everything is Noise. 2022-03-04. Retrieved 2025-06-01.
  21. ^ "Quarterly Review: Dark Worship". The Obelisk. 2022-04-05. Retrieved 2025-06-01.
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