Band Biographies: Firmament

Firmament, the Ohio-based melodic metalcore/progressive rock duo of brothers Eric and Brandon Carbenia, has built their career on resilience, evolution, and introspection. Since forming in 2014, they’ve faced financial struggles, lineup changes, and personal hardships—each obstacle shaping their artistic identity. Their debut LP, Spirit of Place (2018), earned critical acclaim, drawing comparisons to Tool, The Contortionist, and Porcupine Tree while receiving global airplay. After a hiatus marked by relocation to Austin, Texas, and a deep dive into music production and spiritual exploration, the Carbenia brothers returned to Ohio in 2023, ready to craft their most ambitious work yet.