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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Shining Son, the third offering from the enigmatic rockers Appalooza, is a sonic odyssey that plunges listeners into a realm where the lines between biblical allegory and raw, unfiltered human emotion blur. With their latest release, the band skillfully weaves a tapestry of narratives rooted in religious mysticism and existential turmoil, all set against […]
“Low Desert Surf Club” is a sonic mirage, a reverberating oasis in the vast desert rock music. It’s as if Fire Down Below didn’t just create songs; they sculpted landscapes, each track a shifting dune of sound and emotion. “Low Desert Surf Club” is an auditory adrenaline rush, a headlong dive into a musical whirlwind […]
In an age where nostalgia often reigns supreme, it takes a special kind of band to not only pay homage to the past but to resurrect its very essence. Dead Feathers, hailing from the vibrant musical landscape of Chicago, IL, do just that with their latest opus, “Full Circle.” This dazzling quintet embarks on a […]
In the dimly lit catacombs of the musical realm, where the shadows converge and the air is thick with enigma, lies Moon Coven’s latest offering, “Sun King.” Hailing from the mystical lands of Sweden, this coven of sonic sorcerers has once again conjured a bewitching spell that transcends the boundaries of earthly soundscapes. “Sun King” […]
Prepare to embark on a cosmic journey of auditory exploration as Boston’s stoner/psych/doom alchemists, KIND, unveil their third full-length opus, “Close Encounters.” With each successive release, KIND has not only solidified their position as a formidable supergroup but also demonstrated an uncanny ability to push the boundaries of their sound while staying rooted in their […]
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 […]