Giant Brain’s “Grade A Gray Day” is a stirring musical journey that pays homage to the late guitarist Phil Dürr, leaving an everlasting mark on Detroit’s rock renaissance. With a sonic blend of Krautrock grooves, gritty Detroit attitude, and atmospheric textures, the album resonates as a united force. Throughout the record, Phil Dürr’s guitar prowess …
Prepare to be engulfed in a relentless sonic maelstrom as Azken Auzi unveils their self-titled debut album, “Azken Auzi.” Hailing from the realms of sludge and doom, this French trio delivers an uncompromising and powerful auditory experience that captivates from start to finish. From the very first notes of the opening track, “Disgrace,” Azken Auzi …
Prepare to embark on a mind-bending odyssey as Witch Ripper unleashes their sophomore full-length album, “The Flight After The Fall.” Hailing from the heart of Seattle, this melodic sludge metal ensemble boldly ventures into uncharted musical territories, crafting a captivating narrative inspired by the vintage pulp science fiction tales of yesteryears. Witch Ripper skillfully amalgamates …
YAWNING BALCH’s “Volume One” is a mesmerizing and dreamy instrumental journey that brings together the creative forces of desert rock pioneers Yawning Man and renowned Fu Manchu guitarist Bob Balch. This collaboration yields an ethereal sonic experience, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in a world of captivating psychedelia. The album emerges from a spontaneous five-hour …
Embrace the unyielding force of PANDER’s latest offering, “Break the Oath,” as this Frisian Netherlands trio unleashes an onslaught of heavy-laden dirt upon the stoner doom realm. A journey that began with their effective stoner metal debut demo “GO” in 2012 and matured into the weightier grooves of “Fierce Self” in 2015, has now culminated …
Håndgemeng’s “Ultraritual” is an electrifying masterpiece that encapsulates the raw essence of stoner doom. Emerging from the Norwegian music scene, this powerhouse collective unleashes a sonic onslaught that resonates with primal intensity. Drawing inspiration from the genre’s heavyweights, Håndgemeng delivers an exhilarating fusion of classic rock influences and modern stoner doom wizardry. With a foundation …
Every studio album (short) overview, enjoy! Black Sabbath (1970) – The birth of heavy metal, Black Sabbath’s self-titled debut is a haunting masterpiece that set the stage for an entire genre. Released in 1970, the album introduced the world to Sabbath’s signature sound characterized by Tony Iommi’s iconic and bone-crushing riffs, Ozzy Osbourne’s mesmerizing vocals, …
With their latest release, “Ablanathanalba,” Wizard Master embarks on an extraordinary sonic exploration, weaving together bluesy, powerful, and psychedelic elements. This album showcases the band’s evolution, drawing upon their experience in songwriting and recording techniques to create an immersive musical experience. From the very first notes, Wizard Master unveils a sonic landscape that defies expectations. …
With their debut album, “Folium Limina,” The Otolith embarks on a mesmerizing journey that beckons listeners into a realm of cathartic musicality. Rising from the remnants of SubRosa, this collective of talented musicians wastes no time in immersing us in their world of profound melancholy and introspection. “Folium Limina” is an hour-long odyssey that unfolds …
With their latest release, “Monarch,” Irish quartet Raum Kingdom delivers a mesmerizing and immersive experience in the realm of post-metal sludge. Bursting with emotive melodies, atmospheric textures, and hypnotizing compositions, this album showcases the band’s growth and evolution, solidifying their position as a force to be reckoned with in the genre. Formed in 2013, Raum …