I checked Monolithe out around the time the third album came out but I remember almost nothing about it. Finally diving into their discography in order to get pumped for next month's Dutch Doom Days. Monolithe are headlining the second day. I bought The Great Clockmaker wooden boxet with the first 4 album plus the compilation of EPs from that period.

It's quite fascinating how this instantly made me think of the cosmos. The twin-guitar melodies most be the main reason. The album takes a little bit to gain proper momentum but it's easy to get sucked in after a few minutes. It just keeps growing. It made me think of Esoteric quite a bit too. But I think the psychedelic elements are used in a different way. Unlike Esoteric's branch of nightmare-fueled hallucinations, Monolithe's vibe is more grand, mysterious and beautiful. I'm very intrigued and I'm happy I'm finally giving these guys a proper listening after so long.

Ugly cover art. However, very good doom! As was said in the review thread, the album starts getting truly intriguing after the 10 minute mark.

I like the use of keyboards and the overall grandiose atmosphere

Written by F3ynman on 16.04.2023 at 09:06

Ugly cover art. However, very good doom! As was said in the review thread, the album starts getting truly intriguing after the 10 minute mark.
I like the use of keyboards and the overall grandiose atmosphere

The re-issue artworks for their old stuff do the muic justice though!
Excellent band. Dive into them chronologically! Fascinating evolution. Do not forget the EPs!