Traversus

Extremes are able to coexist. If there is one medium which proves beyond all doubt that this is
possible, it would be music. Dutch metal band Traversus understands this, and made it their
mission to bridge divides both musically and lyrically. Their hard rock sound is enhanced with
influences from progressive rock and metal, and as such, manages to seamlessly blend the
theoretical with the emotional.

Being from a relatively small town in the east of the Netherlands, with a very limited rock scene to
speak of, allowed Traversus to hone their sound over multiple years. The dense riff work by
guitarist Joey Wessels and intricate rhythms by drummer Liam de Groot are more than happy to
take a back seat to create space for the sonorous voice of Madelief de Groot whenever the music
requires it. This surprisingly accessible combination of styles allows the band to build a close
connection with both mainstream rock and adventurous metal audiences.
Traversus finally released their debut EP 'The Only Way Is Through' in early 2023. The EP was
recorded with renowned producer Joost van den Broek (Epica, Ayreon, Powerwolf) and perfectly
captures the band’s reasonably complex, yet highly catchy sound. Lyrically, the band touches on
personal struggles, as well as societal issues, such as the effect that today’s society has on
mental health.

Traversus has released their second EP ‘Navigate' on the 12th of September. The first single
Maybe In Another Life was the first song to be accompanied by a video. The second single Eye To
Eye and the third single When The World Goes To Waste were both released with a lyric video.
’Navigate’ showcases the bands developed sound continues where ‘The Only Way Is Through’
left off to pursue it’s purpose of navigating through a world that has lost it’s way. Traversus
cordially invites you join them on their musical journey.