Imicus
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2005 |
| Headquarters | Luton and London , England, United Kingdom |
| Products | Music albums, singles |
Imicus is a British rock and metal ensemble consisting of five members, originating from Luton and London, England. Their debut album, titled Animal Factory, was released in May 2010 through Transcend Records. In 2011, they issued a limited edition single named "The Marionette." On 7 August 2014, the band revealed plans for the global release of their single "The Libertine," scheduled for 26 September 2014. Their concluding album, Turbulent Skies, became available on 4 May 2015.
History
Established in 2005, Imicus cultivated a following by performing at local venues and distributing self-produced recordings. The group secured a contract with Transcend Records on 16 April 2009. Their debut single "Visceral," launched on 19 October 2009, gained national exposure through airplay on the metal-focused station Scuzz. OneMetal recognized them as one of the "Upcoming Bands to Watch in 2010."
Following appearances at prominent festivals such as Hellfire Festival, Hammerfest, and Bulldog Bash, the album Animal Factory was released on 24 May 2010. The record garnered favorable critiques from publications like RockSound, receiving commendations for its innovation and drawing comparisons to acts like Tool and Deftones. It attained the #3 position on HMV's Metal Pre-Order chart.
In June 2010, Imicus performed on the Red Bull Stage at Download Festival. Subsequently, they recorded a rendition of "You Don't Have To Be Old To Be Wise" for a Judas Priest tribute compilation included with Metal Hammer magazine. Later that year, they returned to Bulldog Bash as main stage performers and concluded a UK headline tour by the end of the year.
During August 2011, Imicus appeared at both Bloodstock Open Air and Bulldog Bash festivals. In October of the same year, they recorded the single "The Marionette" along with its B-side "Chameleons," which were mixed by producer Russ Russell. A limited edition of 400 copies featuring illustrated booklets was released in December 2011; these tracks were subsequently made available through digital platforms.
After a break in activity during 2013, a revamped lineup under Miller’s leadership began composing and recording their sophomore album aimed for release in 2015. The band marked their comeback with a performance at Hammerfest and issued the single "The Libertine" on 26 September 2014. Its music video received significant radio play and frequent rotation on Scuzz TV.
On 25 March 2015, Miller announced that Turbulent Skies would serve as Imicus’s final album, distributed worldwide through digital outlets including iTunes, Amazon, and Spotify. A limited physical CD edition was also produced. Their last live performance occurred on 25 April 2015 at Club 85 in Hitchin, a venue closely tied to their early days.