The Protomen

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The Protomen are an American rock band that composes and performs science fiction rock opera concept albums inspired by pop culture including films and video games. The band was formed in 2003 and is based out of Nashville, Tennessee. They first gained exposure with their 2005 self-titled debut rock opera album The Protomen. The act is one of the most renowned in the video game music and geek rock genres. They were one of Nashville's highest-paid stage acts. In the Protomen's three-act rock opera, an Orwellian city is ruled by a fascist figure named Dr. Albert Wily, who builds and controls a robot army, with which he has taken over the city. Protagonists attempt to defeat Wily's forces and repeatedly fail. While two acts are tragedies, continuing rebellion against tyranny and remaining hopeful are core themes. Act II: The Father of Death is a prequel to The Protomen and was released in 2009. The third act, Act III: This City Made Us, was released on January 9, 2026 and reached number nine...

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