Category Archives: psych rock

Crippled Black Phoenix – “Ellengæst”

Posted on October 9, 2020 by Rob

Justin Greaves must be either unlucky or a pain in the ass to work with. The leader of Crippled Black Phoenix has lost the majority of the band twice now. The first time was back in 2014 when members tried … Continue reading →

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Vulkan – “Technatura”

Posted on July 15, 2020 by Rob

At this point, the only reviews that I am writing are the ones that I am motivated to write. In other words, it has to be an album that I want you to know about. Here we have one: Vulkan … Continue reading →

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Hexvessel – “Kindred”

Posted on April 15, 2020 by Rob

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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Oranssi Pazuzu – “Mestarin kynsi”

Posted on April 8, 2020 by Rob

Oranssi Pazuzu are not going to be for everyone. If you aren’t into wretched black metal vocals like Ihsahn or Enslaved do, then you can skip this review. But if you do like those style of vocals and love the … Continue reading →

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Former members of Jellyfish reunite as The Lickerish Quartet

Posted on March 13, 2020 by Rob

This is GREAT news. 3/4ths of Jellyfish have reunited! I wish Andy Sturmer would come out of hiding! Still, the first track from The Lickerish Quartet is a dandy! Here’s the press release: ______________________________________________   March 13, 2020 — It’s … Continue reading →

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Dead Kosmonaut – “Gravitas”

Posted on January 2, 2020 by Rob

I’d never heard of the Swedish band Dead Kosmonaut before getting sent this promo but I liked the description so I gave it a shot. They definitely merge Sabbath and Maiden but also have a Uriah Heep vibe going as … Continue reading →

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Sue’s Sweet Sixteen of 2019

Posted on December 16, 2019 by madvinyl

My 2019 Sweet Sixteen “best of” studio albums list includes a reissue with new tracks added, because…. This was a great year for music, here are some albums that made an impression with me upon my first listen. Not definitive … Continue reading →

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My Top 20 of 2019 announced live on Sunday December 15th!

Posted on December 13, 2019 by Rob

As many of you know, I have an internet radio show and each year I do a show or two dedicated to my favorite albums of the year. With 2019 getting near its end (and not having any other ideas … Continue reading →

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PH – “Osiris Hayden”

Posted on October 31, 2019 by madvinyl

The album Osiris Hayden is the fifth release from the Finnish band that was known as Mr. Peter Hayden, now PH. Osiris was a god in ancient Egypt who was considered the Lord of the Earth, life, death and resurrection. … Continue reading →

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Year of the Cobra – “Ash And Dust”

Posted on October 30, 2019 by Chris

In four years, Year of the Cobra have managed to cement themselves in the stoner/doom realm as an absolute powerhouse duo. Truly, what else could you ever want or need in a great stoner band? Pounding drums, fuzzy, heavy bass, … Continue reading →

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