Staff picks by Ivor
By author
nikarg |
47
BloodTears |
23
BitterCOld |
104
X-Ray Rod |
23
Baz Anderson |
36
Ivor |
55
Thryce |
63
ScreamingSteelUS |
22
RaduP |
37
corrupt |
5
Redel |
3
Netzach |
5
Auntie Sahar |
38
Starvynth |
5
Nejde |
3
Dream Taster |
4
musclassia |
4
Paz |
8
Darkside Momo |
30
Daniell |
42
Doc G. |
42
Jason W. |
13
psykometal |
34
Susan |
11
Introspekrieg |
13
wormdrink414 |
59
Nefarious |
21
D.T. Metal |
2
Abattoir |
5
Troy Killjoy |
20
Fat & Sassy! |
12
R'Vannith |
1
Milena |
7
Promonex |
7
Ag Fox |
6
BudDa |
1
jupitreas |
11
Ernis |
3
White Winter Sun |
5
Lucas |
20
Dane Train |
5
Bas |
3
fade |
1
GT |
1
Marcel Hubregtse |
2
Ivan |
2
Jeff |
1
ylside |
1
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Psychedelic
Jan 06, 2016
It tickles my retro so.
Staff pick by:
Endorsed by: Auntie Sahar, wormdrink414, X-Ray Rod, BloodTears, Fat & Sassy!, D.T. Metal
Endorsed by: Auntie Sahar, wormdrink414, X-Ray Rod, BloodTears, Fat & Sassy!, D.T. Metal
Post / Prog
Dec 28, 2015
This album slowly seems to be working its way under my skin. It's a kind of a borderline post metal and prog album, highly reminiscent of Giant Squid at times, and for some reason reminds me of Indukti, though I've not listened to that one in ages. Love the violin on this one.
Post
Dec 21, 2015
Instrumental post rock / metal done right. It's been growing on me throughout the year, and I like it more with each spin. It's way better than God Is An Astronaut. It beats even Tacoma Narrows Bridge Disaster's third album which in my case says a lot. The Kraken is good stuff.
Prog gone cabaret gone live
Oct 28, 2015
With Twilight Cinema being one of the best and imaginative albums of 2014 (in my opinion of course), there is just no way you would not want to see this manic band perform this album almost in its entirety live and then do some more. That's right, not just hear but also see it live. Drop whatever series you were planning on watching and have a go at this one instead. This is just so much pure fun!
Watch on YouTube or listen right here.
Watch on YouTube or listen right here.
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Experimental and noisy
Jun 30, 2015
This album is an amalgamation of ambient atmosphere, structure and noise. It's convoluted yet sensible enough not to appear to be completely out to lunch. This is food for the restless mind. If you, like me, enjoyed their début album, this will definitely sit well with you.
Try the album teaser at SoundCloud.
Try the album teaser at SoundCloud.
Psychedelic Stoner
Jun 14, 2015
For some odd and inexplicable reason I tend to forget how damn good My Sleeping Karma albums are. What a fabulous trip this one is. Grab something relaxing to drink, hit play, and enjoy. Oh, and if you have a chance to see them live, do so; trust me, you're in for a treat.
Listen to "Prithvi" or "Moksha" off the new album.
Listen to "Prithvi" or "Moksha" off the new album.
Staff pick by:
Endorsed by: Auntie Sahar, X-Ray Rod, Deadsoulman, R'Vannith, Ag Fox, psykometal, BitterCOld, ScreamingSteelUS
Endorsed by: Auntie Sahar, X-Ray Rod, Deadsoulman, R'Vannith, Ag Fox, psykometal, BitterCOld, ScreamingSteelUS
Post
Jun 07, 2015
This is a fantastic album. Awesomeness runs strong in this one beyond my expectations even. I love how some of the songs almost reach out into gothic territories. If amidst the Sólstafir drama you are looking for a new Icelandic favourite, this should definitely be your choice.
Staff pick by:
Endorsed by: R'Vannith, Ag Fox, Deadsoulman, BloodTears, Nefarious, Dream Taster, X-Ray Rod, ScreamingSteelUS, Starvynth
Endorsed by: R'Vannith, Ag Fox, Deadsoulman, BloodTears, Nefarious, Dream Taster, X-Ray Rod, ScreamingSteelUS, Starvynth
Haken
May 06, 2015
Waiting for the new Haken already? Try Native Construct instead. Way too much fun!
Avantgarde
Apr 29, 2015
Prog
Jan 30, 2015
Beardfish excel with their new album. It is an exercise in rhythms but it's also so much more. It will take you places because it's a bloody fantastic prog album. It is truly exciting music.
Prog
Nov 27, 2014
A cheesy band name if there ever was one but, man, do these Australians make up for it music-wise. Of course this won't come as a surprise to those of you who know the now defunct Unitopia. To the rest of you I can only advise to trust my judgement. This here is one spectacular progressive rock album.
Frog funk party
Nov 16, 2014
You want a party? You've got a party! The French provide and everyone's invited! I believe somewhere there's probably a law of some kind or other against having so much fun on a record. Time to dust off that party sombrero of yours.
Jazz songwriting meets stoner rock guitar
Oct 21, 2014
Ooh, this is so bloody sweet! Free form jazz-like songwriting meets heavy, stonerish guitar - this stuff feels like a half hour slow guitar jam. Mind you, no vocals.
Prog
Sep 17, 2014
In the grand scheme of things this album has got one strength and one weakness. At the core of it the reason is one and the same. This album is so packed with different and great ideas, it's really becoming ridiculous. However, this also accounts for the length of the album and the lack of consistent direction in development of said ideas and thus it appears to be all over the place. High marks for the début effort and future promise, though.