In the new millenium, Australia's metal scene is as loud and as productive as it ever was. Despite the Internet and increasing globalisation, the Ozzie scene lives by its own rules. And that is a good thing, because bands from "down under" remain exotic and - musically - almost fully uninfluenced by trends. Australian bands always have to deliver a bit more than the rest of the global scene, which is illogical, but true. Melbourne's Prog-Power metal band EYEFEAR has known that since it was founded back in 1994 and work accordingly. Thanks to their extraordinary albums, the quintet has gained an exceptional reputation over the years. A full four years after the highly praised album, "The Unseen", EYEFEAR now present their most expressive work yet, a true benchmark production. "The Inception Of Darkness'" offers a near perfect synthesis of progressive and power metal with a refreshingly individual note and unmistakeable trademarks.