The Burden of Existence is a Melodic Metal recording project started by guitarist/bassist Chris rushing and drummer Hunter Ginn. The Burden strives to combine elements of Progressive metal with more traditional european inspired melodic death metal. Our Music places a strong focus on Melody and Composition. The demos were written/recorded across the course of 12 rehersals starting in December of 2003. NOTE....Canvas Solaris Fans please do not pester Hunter for information on this project.