What makes Passenger by Mnemic notable?

'Passenger' received positive reviews for its ambitious fusion of styles and complex compositions, helping Mnemic gain recognition within the progressive metal community. The album's single 'Pigfuck' showcased the band's ability to blend heavy riffs with melodic choruses, contributing to a growing interest in European progressive metal bands during the mid-2000s. Released on January 1, 2007, 'Passenger' is Mnemic's third studio album, following their well-received 2004 release 'The Audiose'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the progressive metal scene while experimenting with new sounds and lyrical depth, building on their established fan base.