Category Archives: art rock

Rob’s Recommendation Roundup: Volume 19

Posted on May 9, 2020 by

Secrets of the Moon – “Black House” Label: Prophecy Productions Release Date: 8 May 2020 Secrets of the Moon aren’t a prog band in the traditional sense of the word. In fact, I am quite sure that most people would … Continue reading →

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Molitoth is set to release “The Tribunal” on June 26, premieres new track!

Posted on May 8, 2020 by

I was a big fan of the band A Light Within and their frontman Kyle Brandt has a new solo project called Molitoth. Kyle is a super talented person and I thought I’d help out by premiering a new track … Continue reading →

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Pattern-Seeking Animals – “Prehensile Tales”

Posted on April 29, 2020 by

Spock’s Beard side project Pattern-Seeking Animals is back with their second album “Prehensile Tales” which is hot on the heels of their self titled debut that was released just last year. The band consists of current Spock’s Beard members Ted … Continue reading →

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Katatonia – “City Burials”

Posted on April 23, 2020 by

After a (thankfully) brief hiatus, Katatonia got back in action with a tour to honor the 10th anniversary of “Night is the New Day” in 2019. So naturally the next step was a new album and that’s something I always … Continue reading →

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Mantric – “False Negative”

Posted on April 22, 2020 by

It always amazes me when a band sets the bar higher with each album that they release. Eventually you think “okay, there’s no way this one can be better than the last one.” Mantric has 2 exceptional albums already and … Continue reading →

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Witchcraft – “Black Metal”

Posted on April 17, 2020 by

First off, do not be fooled. “Black Metal” is not a black metal album. For that matter it is not a Witchcraft album either. So what gives? What “Black Metal” really is is a solo acoustic album by Witchcraft mastermind … Continue reading →

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Hexvessel – “Kindred”

Posted on April 15, 2020 by

Life is made up of second chances and second opportunities. This is provided we choose to take them. Given how many times that I miss my first chance at something, I am always willing to give it another chance. Such … Continue reading →

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Zopp – “Zopp”

Posted on April 10, 2020 by

Music, for many of us, is a stress reliever. It is an enjoyment that uplifts us and resets our mood. It can be an escape to another space, that helps us deal with the real world upon our return. If … Continue reading →

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Rob’s Recommendation Roundup: Volume 18

Posted on April 3, 2020 by

Igorrr– “Spirituality and Distortion” Label: Metal Blade Records Release Date: 27 March 2020 First off, Igorrr is not going to be for everyone. If one were to look up extreme metal, I think Igorrr would be the definition. There is … Continue reading →

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Pure Reason Revolution – “Eupnea”

Posted on March 24, 2020 by

There’s been a lot of bands making comebacks lately it seems. One band that I’ve wanted to reform is Pure Reason Revolution. Their debut album “The Dark Third” is essential. While their next two albums didn’t quite live up to … Continue reading →

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