MORPHEO 33

 Josh Graham is a graphic designer and musician with a certain prowess, and this must be made clear right away.

 For genre enthusiasts it will be a breath of fresh air, and for the rest, a punch straight to the face, with psychedelic and hallucinatory ramifications!

The third album by A Storm Of Light offers a refined and powerful sonic experience, blending stoner psychedelia, doom, and atmospheric rock. Josh Graham’s personal vision shines through, with strong themes about humanity’s destructive greed. Guest contributions from Kim Thayil and Jarboe enhance key moments. While some tracks lose focus, the album overall delivers a compelling and immersive journey. Listen now to A Storm Of Light’s epic journey and experience the fusion of stoner psychedelia and doom in this must-hear album!

 They manage to make us feel the blood flowing from these ten sonic mutilations tinted with sheer terrifying drama.

 Immerse yourself in this bath of discomfort, you will come out changed, improved, emptied of that existential angst.

OVO's album Cor Cordium is an intense and unconventional blend of noise, doom, and psychedelic sounds. The album creates a disturbing and dark atmosphere filled with heavy distortion and tribal rhythms. Its chaotic and experimental nature challenges traditional notions of melody and structure. The review praises the album's unique ability to evoke powerful emotions and serve as a therapeutic experience. Dive into OVO's Cor Cordium and experience a powerful, unsettling sonic journey unlike any other.

 Magic, this disc is pure auditory magic, and I could even end it here, this review, but I have to explain why.

 It is among these grooves that it is understood and intuited that music will never die if there exist artists so bold, ingenious, and profound.

Mare Decendrii by Mamiffer is praised as a magical and deeply emotional avant-garde post-rock album. Fronted by Faith Coloccia's piano and synth work, the album explores expansive and spiritual soundscapes. Collaborations with notable musicians add depth and maturity compared to previous works. The lengthy tracks blend elements of jazz, prog, and classical avant-garde, creating an immersive, cinematic experience. The reviewer finds it profoundly moving and creatively bold. Dive into the magical world of Mamiffer’s Mare Decendrii — experience this avant-garde post-rock masterpiece now!

 Effective because their way of conveying emotions doesn’t match anyone else’s out there.

 The colors shown are anything but inviting: grey-black chiaroscuro, dark in spirit, ambient, yes, this is exactly the word that spins in my head upon listening to them.

The Kilimanjaro Darkjazz Ensemble’s album 'From The Stairwell' delivers a deeply effective and unique dark jazz experience. Blending jazz, ambient, and soundtrack influences, the album creates a suspended, haunting atmosphere. Its complex melodies unfold gradually, rewarding repeated listening and immersing listeners in a dark, noir spirit. The ensemble’s innovative use of instruments and distant yet emotional vocals sets them apart in the genre. Explore 'From The Stairwell' for a profound dark jazz journey unlike any other—listen now and dive into immersive ambient soundscapes.

 I find myself catapulted once again into that peculiar environment that only they manage to create, that blend of mysticism, folklore, darkness, power, decay, surreal psychedelia.

 Virstele Pamintului shows itself to be more linear, smooth, direct... full of that compactness that makes a work great and at times truly takes your breath away.

Virstele Pamintului marks a triumphant return for Negura Bunget after significant lineup changes. The album moves towards a more direct and compact sound compared to its predecessor 'OM,' emphasizing emotion and atmosphere. It expertly fuses black metal with Romanian folklore, psychedelia, and ambient elements, creating a unique mystical experience. The review praises the band's ability to maintain their magic and depth despite challenges. Discover the mystical and emotional depths of Negura Bunget's Virstele Pamintului—listen now and experience their unique blend of black metal and folklore.

 They are emotional to the core, minimal...yet full, with those pianos, those sparse sounds, and at the same time enveloping.

 My goodness, how beautiful!!

Three Steps to the Ocean's album 'Until Today Becomes Yesterday' offers a unique blend of post-rock and post-hardcore with emotive, minimalistic, and electronic touches. The band stands out for its ability to build expansive yet concise atmospheres, avoiding common genre pitfalls. The six-track album flows as a unified work, showcasing talent and promise. Mastering by James Plotkin adds quality assurance. Overall, a refreshing and beautiful addition to the instrumental music scene. Explore 'Until Today Becomes Yesterday' by Three Steps to the Ocean and immerse yourself in a fresh instrumental post-rock journey.

 A journey... full of voluminous and almost timeless personality.

 It’s like finding a needle in a haystack for an album that is enjoyable to listen to, and that takes the mind and body on a journey, hypnotizing and fascinating.

The review praises SubArachnoid Space’s album Eight Bells for its psychedelic and visionary instrumental soundscapes led by Melynda Jackson’s guitar work. Although the album is brief, it captivates and hypnotizes listeners. The reviewer, new to the band, expresses enthusiasm to explore their previous works and appreciates the album’s dark yet melodic depth. Explore SubArachnoid Space’s Eight Bells and immerse yourself in its hypnotic psychedelic soundscapes today!

 Sit down, comfortably, listen to it and let it glide over your skin, it is not excluded that it may captivate you, reserving you some wonderful and very pleasant surprises.

 ‘What we all come to need’ is not a masterpiece…but it is definitely better, I would dare to say much better than its predecessor.

Pelican’s ‘What We All Come To Need’ marks a welcome improvement after a divisive prior album. While not reaching the heights of their earliest masterpieces, the band recaptures emotion, darkness, and psychedelic mood. Collaborations add new textures, including vocals for the first time in their catalog. Overall, it’s a solid and engaging effort that signals Pelican is back on track. Listen to ‘What We All Come To Need’ and discover Pelican’s renewed sound and dark beauty.

 "'Clean Hands Go Foul' is evil, just like the other 3 works, it is the final scream of pain of a man on the brink of death."

 "They gave the world what no one had the courage to give: four men able to describe death and let us savor it."

The review celebrates Khanate's last album 'Clean Hands Go Foul' as a profound and harrowing final statement. It highlights the band’s brutal and original approach to doom metal, pushing boundaries beyond previous works. The album is portrayed as an emotional journey into despair and death. Though the band has disbanded, this release stands as a monumental testament to their artistic courage and innovation. Dive into Khanate's haunting 'Clean Hands Go Foul'—experience the ultimate doom metal journey now.

 Monoliths & Dimensions is their masterpiece, the highest point and final seal of an unparalleled evolution in a genre that gives no openings.

 A meditative and splendid journey, thrilling and perhaps even less oppressive than their entire discography.

The review praises Sunn O)))'s album Monoliths & Dimensions as their ultimate masterpiece within the drone-doom genre. It highlights the album's distinctive use of orchestral and choral elements, guest appearances, and diverse influences. Each track is carefully analyzed for its mood and progression, revealing a deep, immersive listening experience. The review positions the album as a major achievement that surpasses previous works. Dive into Sunn O)))'s Monoliths & Dimensions and experience the pinnacle of drone-doom innovation today!