Mind Odyssey
| Company type | Music band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1993 |
| Defunct | 1999 |
| Fate | Reassembled in 2007 |
| Headquarters | Germany |
| Products | Progressive metal music |
Mind Odyssey is a progressive metal ensemble originating from Germany, initially established in 1993, disbanded in 1999, and later reassembled in 2007.
1993–1999
The band was created by vocalist and bassist Mario LeMole, guitarists Dan Uhden and Rocco Stellmacher, along with drummer Volker Schultz. Their first album, Keep it All Turning, was launched towards the end of 1993. Following the departure of both original guitarists, Victor Smolski became a member. The group's sophomore record was released in the summer of 1995. In 1996, LeMole transitioned exclusively to singing duties, bringing in bassist Jan Michael Keller and keyboardist Andreas Dirksmeier. Mind Odyssey toured across Europe as an opening act for Vicious Rumors and unveiled the album Nailed to the Shade in 1998. Their fourth studio release, Signs, arrived in 1999 before Smolski joined the power metal outfit Rage, which resulted in Mind Odyssey's dissolution.
2007–present
After collaborating on the Into the Light anniversary compilation for Nuclear Blast Records in 2007, Smolski and LeMole reactivated Mind Odyssey alongside sound engineer Charly Czajkowski. The band inked a deal with Napalm Records in January 2008 and issued the compilation 15 Years in March of that year. In July, Dan Uhden replaced Czajkowski on drums. Their fifth studio album, Time to Change it, was released in January 2009, followed by a supporting tour with Rage during their 25th anniversary celebrations.
Current
- Mario LeMole – Lead vocals (1993–1999, 2007–present), Bass (studio recordings only: 1993–1996, 2007–present)
- Victor Smolski – Guitar and keyboards (1995–1999, 2007–present)
- Dan Uhden – Guitar (1993–1994, touring since 2008), Drums (studio sessions since 2008)
- Jan-Michael Keller – Bass (1996–1999, touring during 2009)
- Andre Hilgers – Drums (touring in 2009)
Former
- Volker Schultz – Drums (1993–1999)
- Andreas Dirksmeier – Keyboards (1996–1999)
- Rocco Stellmacher – Guitar (1993–1994)
- Charly Czajkowski – Drums (2007–2008)
Discography
- Keep it all Turning (1993)
- Schizophenia (1995)
- Nailed to the Shade (1998)
- Signs (1999)
- 15 Years (best-of compilation) (2008)
- Time to Change it (2009)