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 …
In the realm where musical craftsmanship meets fantastical storytelling, Howling Giant emerges as a powerful force with their sophomore album, “Glass Future.” The Nashville-based trio, deeply rooted in the city’s rich musical history, continues their journey through cosmic soundscapes and thunderous riffs, showcasing a relentless evolution from their acclaimed debut, “The Space Between Worlds.” From …
In the celestial tapestry of doom metal, the split release from Asteroid Witch and Greenseeker serves as a cosmic junction, inviting listeners into a hypnotic dance between the astral and earthly realms. Released on November 3 through Electric Valley Records, this collaboration is a transcendental journey. Asteroid Witch emerges from the depths of a distant …
LEFT EYE PERSPECTIVE’s “Conundrum” is a sonic tempest that deftly encapsulates the enigmatic essence of life’s paradoxes. Hailing from Ghent, Belgium, this four-piece powerhouse has evolved from their post-rock origins into a juggernaut of sound, seamlessly blending sludge, stoner rock, progressive metal, and grunge influences. The album’s opening salvo thrusts the listener into a controlled …
WIZARDS OF WIZNAN’s debut album, “No Light Has No Shadow,” is a spellbinding amalgamation of sludge, doom, and black metal influences, intricately woven together to create a musical opus that defies categorization. From the haunting depths of their stonerdoom-influenced EP, “Experimental Brew,” WIZARDS OF WIZNAN evolves into a sonic juggernaut with “No Light Has No …