In the vast and diverse realm of music, certain bands possess an elusive quality that defies classification. Thunder Horse, hailing from the heart of Texas, is undoubtedly one such enigmatic entity. With their latest offering, “After the Fall,” they beckon listeners into a sonic labyrinth where influences of doom, psych, occult, and classic rock converge […]
Witching Riffs: Behind the Sound of POLYMERASE
Introduction: Due to time constraints as regular individuals running Witching Buzz and focusing primarily on writing reviews, we are limited to publishing only one (occasionally two) review(s) per day. However, we strongly believe in providing greater exposure to deserving bands and musicians who have put in immense effort. As a result, we have launched a new section called “Witching […]
Witching Chronicles: Exploring the Loose Sutures’ Sado Sex For Dummies
Prepare to dive headfirst into a realm of unapologetic audacity and musical mayhem with Loose Sutures’ latest opus, “Sado Sex For Dummies.” This album is a raucous rollercoaster ride through the dark and twisted alleys of rock, offering an exhilarating mix of hard-stoner riffs, garage rock spirit, and a dash of modern punk rebellion. If […]
Witching Chronicles: Exploring the Goat’s The Gallows Pole: Original Score
Step into the enigmatic world of Goat as they unveil their captivating original score for ‘The Gallows Pole.’ This haunting three-part soundtrack, a collaboration with visionary filmmaker Shane Meadows, weaves an evocative tapestry that lures listeners into a mesmerizing sonic journey. Hailing from the mystical village of Korpilombo in northern Sweden, Goat’s ethereal sound perfectly […]
Witching Chronicles: Exploring the Giant Brain’s Grade A Gray Day
Giant Brain’s “Grade A Gray Day” is a stirring musical journey that pays homage to the late guitarist Phil DĂĽrr, 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 DĂĽrr’s guitar prowess […]
Witching Chronicles: Exploring the AZKEN AUZI
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 […]
Witching Chronicles: Exploring the Witch Ripper’s The Flight After the Fall
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 […]
Witching Chronicles: Exploring the YAWNING BALCH’s Volume One
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 […]
Witching Chronicles: Exploring the PANDER’s Break the Oath
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 […]
Witching Chronicles: Exploring the Håndgemeng’s Ultraritual
HĂĄndgemeng’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, HĂĄndgemeng delivers an exhilarating fusion of classic rock influences and modern stoner doom wizardry. With a foundation […]