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Fates Warning is a progressive metal band, formed in 1983 by John Arch, Jim Matheos, Victor Arduini, Joe DiBiase, and Steve Zimmerman in Hartford, Connecticut|Hartford, Connecticut, United States|U.S.
The band directly contributed to the establishment of the progressive metal genre. Their early works are considered by many as very important works defining the genre itself.{{Fact|date=May 2007
History
The first album, ''Night on Bröcken'', was released in 1984, on the Metal Blade label, featuring a strong Iron Maiden influence.
''The Spectre Within'', which featured a more progressive sound, was released in 1985.
In 1986, original guitarist Victor Arduini left the band and was replaced by Frank Aresti.
The third album, ''Awaken the Guardian'' was released in that year, moving towards a more mythical atmosphere.
In 1987, original vocalist John Arch left the band, prior to the start of work on the band's next album. Ray Alder joined the band in 1988. That year, the first album with Alder, ''No Exit (Fates Warning album)|''No Exit' was released.
Continuing the pattern of lineup changes, original drummer Steve Zimmerman left the band in 1988, and was replaced by Mark Zonder in 1989.
''Perfect Symmetry'' was released in the same year. Kevin Moore (ex-Dream Theater) was featured as a guest on ''At Fate's Hands'' playing keyboards.
