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that question reality — the lyrics probe quantum consciousness, the ethics of AI, cosmic recursion, and the collapse of outdated paradigms.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.

Based In
Everywhere
Latest Release
Genre
Progressive / Power Metal

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