A Dutch symphonic metal ensemble led by Epica guitarist/songwriter Mark Jansen, Mayan (stylized as MaYaN) engage in a richly detailed blend of neo-classical metal and uncompromising death metal. With lyrical themes that run the gamut from politics and religion to philosophy and meditation, the seven-piece group employ multiple in-house vocalists and regularly enlist help from special guest singers. Founded by Jansen in 2010, the supergroup also features current and former members of God Dethroned, After Forever, Kamelot, Delain, Sons of Seasons, and Orphanage. Mayan issued the...