Progressive rock guitarist Thomas Polychuck has returned with one last hard-hitting new single, “1316,” just before releasing his highly anticipated solo album featuring world-renowned drummer Virgil Donati and legendary keyboardist Derek Sherinian.
This high-energy track showcases Polychuck‘s intricate guitar work, blending technical virtuosity with powerful melodies, continuing his evolution as a key figure in the prog scene. Check out the video below.
“1316,” written by Polychuck, is driven by the complexity of its 13/16 time signature. With Donati‘s rhythmic precision and Sherinian‘s masterful keyboard work, the collaboration is an exhilarating blend of complex time signatures and dynamic interplay. Polychuck‘s guitar tones cut through, balancing soaring solos and richly textured riffs, making the track a must-listen for prog enthusiasts.
Thomas Polychuck is set to release a full-length, self-titled album in just one month (on Black Friday: November 29, via Deko Entertainment), further expanding his prog and jazz explorations. Fans can expect a blend of heavy, intricate compositions and polished musicianship, delivering what will surely be one of the most exciting prog albums of the year. Pre-order the album HERE.
Polychuck is a composer, producer, and high-profile guitar coach from Canada. He is actively a member of two prog rock acts, THE||HIMN and In Sylva. At the beginning of the COVID pandemic, he used social media to his advantage. He took the online guitar community by storm with his short videos, going from just a few hundred followers to over 100k across all platforms in only 2 years.
On his eponymous album, Thomas blends modern guitar techniques, and various styles while keeping the production utterly organic sounding. Using analog tape and old-school mixing methods, Thomas brings back the warmth of 70’s classic records while keeping the music fresh and contemporary. Thomas plans to leave a legacy of his own in the realm of progressive and art rock, as a solo artist and as a member of his bands.
