Looks like Cynic is about to hit the road for the first time since 2014.
Cynic frontman Paul Masvidal has posted a teaser on his Instagram for a potential tour with fellow progressive death metal band Atheist, though it's not clear where or when it might happen. But I guess if we knew those things, it wouldn't be much of a teaser. Cynic certainly seems ready to hit the stage once again, as they've announced their first show since 2015 aboard the 70000 Tons Of Metal Cruise set for 2023.
The real question is here is what Cynic will even look like live these days. Of course there's Masvidal and drummer Matt Lynch, but it's currently unknown who will play bass and second guitar for the group. Cynic's recent album Ascension Codes features keyboardist Dave Mackay covering bass on synth as well as a guest sot from Australian guitar virtuoso Plini, neither of whom are currently in the band.
