Inspired by the work of progressive metal bands in the 90’s, Obad Hai aimed to focus on live-recorded instrumentation and limiting reliance on modern digital methods for album production. The music style itself aims to provide a progressive sound blurring the lines between various metal genres.
About the members:
Taber Crosby – Taber Crosby is a Halifax based Guitarist and Audio Engineer. With credits including Feature films, Heavy Metal Albums, and Documentaries; Taber is versed in making things sound better.
As Guitarist and Co-Producer in Obad-Hai, Taber intends to make albums that live up to Prog and Metal Classics of old, and push his musical limits.
Aidan Blanchard – Hailing from Herring Cove Nova Scotia, Aidan has been playing bass guitar for over a decade in the Halifax area with with various groups. Long interested in alternative/progressive music, he’s found a place in Obad Hai and is looking forward to further exploring sound, music, and tones with his Bandmates.
Jaad Stewart – Jaad Stewart is a Halifax based multi Instrumentalist, Song writer, producer with experience writing producing and playing with acts as The Blackrats, Feet Don’t Fail Me Impact Eleven and Diamond City.
Along with songwriting and producing Jaad looks forward to laying down roots in Obad Hai, providing the foundation on the drums as well as drawing from his earliest inspiration to create music that allows itsself to be free for creativity
“Stewart's drumming prowess, coupled with the intricate guitar work of Crosby, elevates each track to a celestial level, while Blanchard weaves groove and heart with his bass. A shared output of vocals from all three resonate with emotional depth that seamlessly intertwine with the musical landscapes of each track. Though the album nods to many metal sub-genres, the progressive nature is evident in its dynamic shifts, intricate time signatures and skillful instrumentation, creating an immersive listening adventure. Each track is a testament to their unique sound, and are carefully crafted in such a way to draw todays playlist enthusiasts into an ethereal, full album experience.”
– Nod Zine
“The album not only solidifies Obad Hai's warm welcome into the progressive metal genre but also serves as a timeless testament to their musical ingenuity. The album is a mesmerizing blend of technical prowess, emotional depth, and sheer sonic innovation that will captivate audiences, leaving an indelible mark on the landscape of the east coast metal scene.”
– Nod Zine
Obad Hai originally started as an experiment exploring studio work with a goal of producing a simple EP however once underway, the project very quickly became a much larger undertaking leading to the development of a professionally recorded and self-produced studio album; optimized for release both digitally and on vinyl.
