About
Intro To Another Dimension is a progressive-metal collective forged to challenge sonic boundaries and awaken the mind. The band explores concepts ranging from inter-dimensional travel to simulation theory and the unraveling of modern dogma.
At the heart of the band is guitarist, keyboardist, and producer Allen Jenkins. A veteran software-engineer-turned-sound-architect, Jenkins threads his mastery of technology into every riff and sequence. His dual background in IT automation and music production fuels the group’s signature blend of surgical precision and boundless experimentation, making him the guiding force behind each creative leap.
A tapestry of sound and story — soaring melodies, neoclassical shred lines, and crushing rhythmic shifts intertwine with layered synth atmospheres and glitch-infused sound design. The band transcends genre norms to craft narratives that demand close listening.
Themes that question reality — the lyrics probe quantum consciousness, the ethics of AI, cosmic recursion, and the collapse of outdated paradigms. Each project represents a new era of thought and sound—a deeper trek into the unknown.
Immersive live experiences — polymetric grooves meet reactive light arrays, holographic projections, and real-time visuals driven by Jenkins’ custom code. Concertgoers describe their shows as “equal parts metal performance and mind-bending symposium.”
Community and future horizons — with a loyal global following dubbed the Dimensional Voyagers, the band pushes the edge of what metal can be—both musically and philosophically. Upcoming projects will feature augmented-reality liner notes and a narrative podcast.
Join the movement. Decode the message. Enter the dimension.
Band Members
Allen Jenkins
Lead Guitar, Keyboards, Production
Founder and creative lead, blending high-tech production with progressive-metal mastery.
Marcus Steele
Bass Guitar
Groove architect delivering depth and punch to the band’s interdimensional sound.
Ethan Cross
Drums & Percussion
Timekeeper of the multiverse, driving complex rhythms with raw energy.
Liam Rourke
Rhythm Guitar
Lays down crushing chord progressions that lock in with the drums and bass for unstoppable drive.
Caleb Voss
Keyboards & Synths
Weaves cinematic atmospheres and synth textures into the band’s sonic tapestry.
Kael Draven
Auxiliary Percussion & Sampling
Integrates ethnic percussion, electronic pads, and triggered effects to bridge the band’s organic and digital elements.
Influences
Classical & Neoclassical
Bach, Beethoven, Paganini, Mozart — timeless melodic and harmonic foundations woven into our modern compositions.
Guitar Virtuosos
Yngwie Malmsteen, Vinnie Moore, Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, Jason Becker, Michael Angelo Batio, Tony MacAlpine, Paul Gilbert, Marty Friedman — shaping our technical precision and soloing style.
Thrash & Heavy Metal
Megadeth, Metallica, Slayer, Anthrax, Testament, Exodus, Overkill, Kreator — delivering speed, aggression, and relentless riffage to our sound.
Progressive & Power Metal
Dream Theater, Symphony X, Opeth, Haken, Fates Warning, Kamelot, Seventh Wonder, Pagan’s Mind, Ayreon, Evergrey, Shadow Gallery — inspiring our conceptual depth and intricate song structures.
Modern Metal & Metalcore
Trivium, Tesseract, Periphery, Architects, Born of Osiris, Parkway Drive, Erra, Northlane — driving our modern edge and rhythmic experimentation.
Symphonic, Gothic & Avant-Garde
Nightwish, Epica, Within Temptation, Delain, Xandria, Sirenia, Leaves’ Eyes, Gojira, Meshuggah, Behemoth, Devin Townsend, Ihsahn, Ne Obliviscaris — expanding our sonic palette and pushing artistic boundaries.
Beyond Metal
Tool, Korn, Linkin Park, Porcupine Tree, Soen, Riverside, Leprous, Muse, Radiohead, Rush — adding texture, atmosphere, and emotional weight beyond the confines of genre.
Blues
B.B. King, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Eric Clapton, Buddy Guy, Gary Moore — influencing our expressive bends, soulful phrasing, and emotional guitar work.
Classic Rock
Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple, Pink Floyd, Queen, The Who, Jimi Hendrix — shaping our anthemic riffs, timeless melodies, and stage presence.
Gear
Guitars
Ibanez, LTD, Schecter, ESP, Solar Guitars
Basses
Dingwall, Ibanez SR Series
Drums
Tama, Pearl, Zildjian Cymbals, DW Pedals
Amps & Cabinets
Mesa/Boogie, Line 6 Helix, Kemper Profiler
Production
Mixcraft, Reaper, Pro Tools
Plugins: EZMix, Tonality (Neural DSP), Waves, FabFilter, ValhallaDSP
Keyboards & Synths
Korg Kronos, NI Komplete, Arturia V Collection
Monitoring
KRK Rokit, Yamaha HS8, Focusrite Scarlett Interfaces