Tiktaalika – Gods of Pangaea is the latest album from Charlie Griffiths, guitarist of the progressive metal band Haken. Released on March 14, 2025, under the moniker Tiktaalika, this album follows his 2022 solo work. Gods of Pangaea explores an ancient forgotten world colliding with the modern human-centric planet, maintaining a thematic continuity from his previous work.
Key Features of the Album
Musical Style: The album pays homage to the golden era of metal, drawing influences from iconic bands like Mercyful Fate, Judas Priest, Megadeth, and Metallica. It combines these influences with progressive elements, creating a unique blend of classic thrash aggression and experimental progressive metal.
Collaborations: Charlie Griffiths is joined by a talented ensemble, including drummer Darby Todd (Devin Townsend) and bassist Conner Green (Haken). The album features vocals from renowned artists such as Tommy Rogers (Between The Buried & Me), Daniël de Jongh (Textures), Vladimir Lalić (Organised Chaos), and Rody Walker (Protest The Hero).
Tracklisting:
- Tyrannicide (feat. Daniël de Jongh)
- Gods of Pangaea (feat. Daniël de Jongh)
- The Forbidden Zone (feat. Vladimir Lalić)
- Mesozoic Mantras (feat. Vladimir Lalić)
- Fault Lines (feat. Rody Walker)
- Give Up The Ghost (feat. Daniël de Jongh)
- Lost Continent (feat. Tommy Rogers)
- Chicxulub (Bonus Track).
Production: The album was mixed by Adam ‘Nolly’ Getgood and mastered by Tony Lindgren at Fascination Street Studios