Posted in Psychedelic on Sep 21st, 2009 No Comments »
For all the hoop and hah about so-called stoner rock bands bringing back the glorious mess of the late ’60s and early’70s jam few bands actually live up to the promise. Most crumble under the weight, become parodies of the music or deliver material that’s morphed into some sort of neoism. Thankfully, the lads from Earthless are having none of that.
Jedd Beaudoin, Sea of Tranquility
Sonic Prayer [21:12]
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Posted in Psychedelic on Mar 22nd, 2009 No Comments »
Like a supernova, Roger “Syd” Barrett burned briefly and brightly, leaving an indelible mark upon psychedelic and progressive rock as the founder and original singer, songwriter, and lead guitarist of Pink Floyd. Barrett was responsible for most of their brilliant first album, 1967’s The Piper at the Gates of Dawn, but left and/or was fired from the band in early 1968 after his erratic behavior had made him too difficult to deal with. Pink Floyd never recaptured the playful humor and mad energy of their work with Barrett.
Richie Unterberger, All Music Guide
Octopus [3:47]
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Posted in Psychedelic on Mar 14th, 2009 No Comments »
Having performed their raw, high-energy show on stages shared with acts such as Howlin’ Rain, Earth, Dead Meadow, and Citay, Sleepy Sun are quickly establishing themselves as a very tough act to follow. With their throbbing rhythm section, swirling sea of guitars, and dreamy, haunting duet vocals, the word dynamic is a severe understatement.
New Age [7:25]
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Posted in Psychedelic on Dec 18th, 2008 No Comments »
Howlin’ Rain loosey-goosey stoner rock tendencies get free rein over the course of two quarter-hour jams: “Wild Life,” a Wings cover, and the improvised “Black Sangria.” The tracks feature a slightly modified Howlin Rain lineup, with Miller reuniting with Comets’ Ben Chasny and Utrillo Kushner.
by Dusted Magazine
Song: Wild Life (extract) [7:50]
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Posted in Psychedelic on Nov 19th, 2008 No Comments »
The Harpeth Trace vintage pop has both a melancholy and dreamy feel that can change from optimism to despair all within the same song and, ultimately, transcend time. On Disappearing is an impressive recording that lures listeners in from the start and keeps them coming back for more; as soon as the record ends, its hard not to want to take The Harpeth Trace journey again and again.
Songs:
1. Who Knows Where You Are [4:23]
2. Georgia May [2:49]
3. Two Plainclothes Cops [4:47]
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Posted in Psychedelic on Sep 12th, 2008 No Comments »
Bringing fans the best of obscure psychedelia, Arkama finally put collectors out of their misery with the reissue of Top Drawer’s Solid Oak. It doesn’t get much rarer than this: the Kentucky band self-released Oak back in 1969, pressing only a measly 500 records, and hardcore psychedelic aficionados have been searching for copies ever since.
by All Music Guide
Song: Song of a Sinner [8:46]
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Posted in Psychedelic on Sep 12th, 2008 No Comments »
Two years after their brilliant popsike debut, 1967’s We Are Ever So Clean, Blossom Toes unleashed this extraordinary fusion of acid rock and prog, emphasisng how far they’d come since ‘the summer of love’. Characterised by complex song structures and memorable guitar solos, and featuring a guest appearance on sitar from US folkie Shawn Philips, the album has gone on to become a major cult favourite.
by All Music Guide
Song: Peace Loving Man [4:53]
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Posted in Psychedelic on Aug 28th, 2008 No Comments »
I find it hard to get a grip on Death May Be Your Santa Claus of Second Hand, but it is certainly an original piece of work. I can hear fragments that are somewhat similar to Moody Blues, early Mothers of Invention, Beatles from the Sgt. Pepper era and the Vanilla Fudge.
by Gnosis 2000
Hangin’ On An Eyelid [4:19]
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