Progressive/groove metal band from Lublin, Poland, formed in October 2005 by drummer Paul "Gajos" Gajewski and guitarist Thomas Otto. The five-piece released "Shapes" (2006) and "Incubate" (2010), the latter featuring lengthy, labyrinthine compositions drawing comparisons to Tool for their hypnotic blend of guitars, bass, and drums within complex time signatures. Their sound spans funk, jazz-influenced technicalities, and melancholic atmospheres.

Progressive metal solo project by Denis Fursov, originally based in Landshut, Germany, active since 2012 with an impressive catalog of over a dozen releases. The instrumental project blends progressive metal with ambient and fusion elements, with the ongoing "Pocket Size Universe" series (2023-2024) showcasing intricate, contemplative compositions. Guest musicians occasionally contribute, including guitarist Denis Shvarts.

Progressive and atmospheric death metal band from Treviso, Italy, active since 2005 and known for layering dense, evolving compositions with both aggression and restraint. Their discography includes several releases and remastered editions, reflecting a commitment to refining their atmospheric approach to extreme metal over two decades of activity.

Progressive metal band from Volterra (Pisa province), Italy, with a deep catalog of demos and releases including "Ginnungagap" and "Unholy Flames," with their name referencing the alchemical concept of the fifth element. Active since 2024 according to Metal Archives, the project has an extensive back catalog of demo material suggesting a long gestation period before formal recognition.

Rabea Massaad is a progressive metal solo artist from Brighton on the south coast of England, active since 2018. Known for his online presence and guitar work, Massaad delivers modern progressive metal from the seaside city.

Palermo progressive metal act active since 2010, crafting intricate compositions from Sicily's capital. Their ambitious approach channels progressive metal's structural complexity from the heart of the Mediterranean.

Raidshelter is a progressive metal band from Munich, Germany, formed in 2023. The project explores complex song structures and technical musicianship within the framework of modern progressive metal.

Rainless is a progressive metal band from Stoke-on-Trent in Staffordshire, England, formed in 2018. The band delivers intricate progressive metal from the Potteries region of the West Midlands.

Rainroom is a progressive death/doom metal and ambient project from Espoo, Finland, active since 2016. The project layers ambient atmospherics over progressive death-doom from the major city adjacent to Helsinki.