Invent Animate
Texas metalcore band with an atmospheric, progressive streak: shimmering guitar textures that open up between punishing breakdowns.
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About Invent Animate
Invent Animate formed in southeast Texas in the early 2010s and spent its first decade building a following through independent and small-label releases, including the albums Stillworld and Everchanger. The band's later records, Greyview and Heavener, the latter released through UNFD, moved it further into progressive territory.
The songs lean on djent-style rhythmic riffing and heavy breakdowns, but the band gives as much room to clean, reverb-heavy guitar passages and melodic singing. The two sides sit close together, so a track can swing from a crushing low-tuned figure into an airy, almost post-rock interlude and back within a minute.
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What festivals is Invent Animate playing in 2027?
Invent Animate is booked at 2 festivals we cover: Welcome to Rockville 2027, Sonic Temple 2027.
Is Invent Animate on tour?
Yes. Invent Animate has 4 shows listed, from Cardiff, UK on Jan 15, 2027 to Birmingham, UK on Jan 20, 2027, plus 2 festivals on the page above.
Is Invent Animate playing Welcome to Rockville 2027?
Yes, Invent Animate is on the Welcome to Rockville 2027 lineup, May 6–9, 2027 at Daytona International Speedway, Daytona Beach, FL. They play Thursday, May 6.
Is Invent Animate playing Sonic Temple 2027?
Yes, Invent Animate is on the Sonic Temple 2027 lineup, May 13–16, 2027 at Historic Crew Stadium, Columbus, OH. They play Friday, May 14.
What kind of music does Invent Animate play?
Invent Animate plays metalcore and progressive metal.
Who is in Invent Animate?
Invent Animate is Trey Celaya (drums, guitar), Keaton Goldwire (guitar), Caleb Sherraden (bass, background vocals), Marcus Vik (lead vocals) and Brody Taylor Smith (drums). Former members include Cody Graham, Logan Forrest and Ben English.
When did Invent Animate form?
Invent Animate formed in Port Neches in 2011.
What was Invent Animate's first album?
Invent Animate's first album was Everchanger (2014). The latest is Heavener (2023).