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An iconic figure in the history of NYC punk, Sonny Vincent, reveals his treasury consisting of his earliest songs created between 1969 and 1976. The record provides insight into the primitive metal lands where young Sonny Vincent was born and educated. The visceral aura of “Primitive 1969–1976” is a musical experience, replicating the body of […]
We are excited to share with you our TOP-20 albums from 2023. It’s important to note that the order does not mean the first album is the most rated, each listed album in our top 20 holds equal impotance for us, so we’ve organized them in alphabetical order: Almost Honest – The Hex of Penns […]
Sundsvall’s stoner rock virtuosos, Tidal Wave, make a resounding return with their eagerly awaited sophomore album, “The Lord Knows,” following the seismic impact of their 2019 debut, “Blueberry Muffin.” This four-piece ensemble dives headfirst into the world of heavy rock, unleashing a torrent of raucous fuzz anthems that carve a distinctive niche in the Swedish […]
The album opened with a sonic assault (“Crater,” right after the “Prelude”), a wall of sound that hit like a wave, immediately grabbing my attention. The Crotals weren’t here to ease the listener in gently; they wanted to immerse the listener in their world headfirst. The fuzzy craft of sludge metal-rock they promised was apparent […]
In the celestial realm of alternative rock, Wet Cactus from Cantabria, Spain, emerges once again with their third studio opus, “Magma Tres.” Unveiling a transcendent exploration of sound, this conceptual album delves into the consequences of humanity’s neglect in reversing the environmental damage wrought upon our planet. With a lineup that has remained steadfast since […]
In the vast expanse of stoner and desert rock, Munich-based quartet DUNE PILOT emerges with their third studio album, “Magnetic,” delivering a sonic experience that resonates with the earthy fuzziness reminiscent of genre giants like Kyuss, Queens Of The Stone Age, and Fu Manchu. Released in 2023, this musical offering marks the band’s triumphant return […]
Step into the smoky vortex of Central Pennsylvania’s rock scene, and you’ll stumble upon Almost Honest – an alchemical quartet whose latest creation, The Hex of Penn’s Woods, is a testament to their musical wizardry. Birthed in 2012 from the depths of local obscurity, this band has been quietly weaving spells with their sludgy riffs, […]
DoctoR DooM’s second full-length album, “A Shadow Called Danger,” is a thrilling sonic escapade that plunges listeners deep into the heart of retrogressive rock. This French outfit has harnessed the essence of the ’70s, molding it into a heavier, more progressive incarnation that transcends the boundaries of conventional rock. The album’s musical landscape is dominated […]
Columbarium’s journey from the gloomy depths of the Belgian doom scene to the creation of “The Morbidious One” is a tale etched in the somber echoes of seasoned musicianship. Formed in 2021 (The band was originally active from 1994 to 1998 and even recorded a live album in 1997), this heavy doom ensemble, born from […]
Like an echo resonating from the mystical depths of British Columbia’s wooded realms, Hail the Void emerges once again, leaving an indelible mark on the underground stoner metal scene. The trio-comprising the vocal and guitar prowess of Kirin Gudmundson, the seismic bass grooves of Dean Gustin, and the rhythmic wizardry of Curtis Bennett on drums-made […]