Muse

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Muse: A Progressive Rock Odyssey From Devon Few bands have managed to so seamlessly blend operatic grandeur, dystopian anxieties, and outright rock bombast as Muse. Hailing from Teignmouth, Devon, the trio—Matt Bellamy, Dominic Howard, and Chris Wolstenholme—carved a unique niche with their blend of alternative rock, progressive rock, and electronica, often spiced with classical and space rock flourishes. Early influences like Queen, Radiohead, and Rachmaninoff coalesce into a sound that’s instantly recognizable. Their breakthrough came with 1999's *Showbiz*, but it was *Origin of Symmetry* (2001) that cemented their reputation for audacious experimentation. Albums like *Black Holes and Revelations* (2006) and *The Resistance* (2009) propelled them to stadium headlining status, fueled by anthemic tracks like "Supermassive Black Hole" and "Uprising." Bellamy's soaring vocals and guitar theatrics, combined with the band's meticulously crafted live shows, have solidified their cultural impact. Muse's willingness to experiment with different sounds is evident in collaborations with artists like Hans Zimmer and their conceptual album *Simulation Theory* (2018), which leaned heavily into synthwave. With their latest album *Will of the People* (2022), Muse continues to explore themes of societal collapse and technological dependence, proving that their commitment to pushing musical boundaries remains unwavering.