Control Denied

American progressive metal band

Control Denied was an American progressive metal band founded by Chuck Schuldiner, who was also the mastermind behind the influential death metal band Death. Control Denied was formed in 1996, after Schuldiner decided to pursue a more melodic and traditional heavy metal direction while still incorporating complex structures and time changes characteristic of his earlier work. The band released its debut album, "The Fragile Art of Existence," in 1999. This album is notable for featuring Schuldiner's guitar work alongside a cleaner vocal style, performed by Tim Aymar, which marked a departure from the growling vocals associated with Death. The release of "The Fragile Art of Existence" was met with positive reviews from fans and critics alike, who praised its musicianship and composition.