Catalyst (Prototype album) explained

Catalyst is the third studio album by American progressive metal band Prototype, released on September 11, 2012, by Nightmare Records.^{[1] [2]} It was their first studio album to feature drummer Pat Magrath as a permanent member of the band since Trinity (2002). The band's first conceptual album,^[3] the album tells a story depicting events and the symbiotic relationship between humankind and an alien race.^[4] Upon release, the album received mixed to positive reviews.^{[5] [6]}

Personnel

Credits are adapted from the album's liner notes.^[7]

Prototype

• Vince Levalois – vocals, guitar
• Kragen Lum – guitar
• Kirk Scherer – bass
• Pat Magrath – drums

Production

• Prototype – producers
• Neil Kernon – mixing
• Alan Douches – mastering

Artwork

• Travis Smith – artwork, package design and layout (with band)
• Sydney Levalois – band photography

Notes and References

1. News: Prototype: 'Catalyst' Artwork Unveiled; Release Date Announced. blabbermouth.net. July 12, 2012. June 17, 2017.
2. News: Walker. Lee. LA Progressives Prototype Plan September Release Of 'Catalyst'. MetalMouth. June 17, 2017.
3. Web site: Catalyst - Prototype. Bandcamp. June 11, 2020.
4. Web site: prototypetheband on Instagram. Instagram. September 11, 2023.
5. Web site: Album Review: Prototype – "Catalyst". Bloody Good Horror. September 20, 2012. June 17, 2017.
6. Web site: Hartranft. Craig. Review: Prototype – Catalyst. Dangerdog Music Reviews. September 5, 2012. June 17, 2017.
7. Prototype. Prototype (band). September 11, 2012. Catalyst. liner notes.