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 "My spirit animal, I can go home..."

 "Pansophical Cataract could easily be the same [as Metal Machine Music], depending greatly on the listening context."

Pansophical Cataract is Kid Millions’ experimental solo project exploring tribal drumming and hypnotic loops over two long tracks. Influenced by Lou Reed's Metal Machine Music, the album challenges traditional listening with repetitive, evolving rhythms that evoke shamanic rituals. It demands a dedicated context to fully appreciate its cathartic and meditative qualities. Though polarizing, it leaves a lasting impression and invites listeners to connect with their own 'spirit animal.' Dive into the hypnotic, tribal beats of Man Forever’s Pansophical Cataract and discover your own spirit animal through rhythmic trance.

 Goat defecates on metal.

 Music in itself of devastating simplicity, but with an immediately and dangerously addictive power.

Goat’s debut album 'World Music' defies clichés by mixing African, Indian, and Middle Eastern rhythms with psychedelic rock in a unique, addictive way. Their sound is ritualistic yet modern, blending grooves and melodies that compel movement and thought. The band creates a syncretic musical experience, avoiding second-hand ethnic clichés. With tracks like 'Goatman' and 'Disco Fever,' the album stands out as a powerful and original world music record. Listen to Goat’s 'World Music' now and get hooked on its hypnotic global grooves!

 Aufheben is perhaps the best album of the new era and coincides with our Maestro’s revived artistic vigor.

 A small gem of psychedelia finally aimed at communicating with the outside world and not just with one’s inner self.

Aufheben marks a powerful return for The Brian Jonestown Massacre and Anton Newcombe, blending psychedelic influences with krautrock and pop melodies. The album balances mystical motorik rhythms and dreamy atmospheres with new sonic explorations. It showcases a matured, clear artistic vision, leaving behind previous struggles and delivering one of the band’s best works in years. The diverse tracks reflect a blend of classic inspirations and avant-garde experimentation. Explore Aufheben and experience The Brian Jonestown Massacre's vibrant psychedelic journey today!

 From the opening title track, with the doctor’s organ dueling with Auerbach’s guitar in a scorching funk soul, to the ’60s classicism of “God’s Sure Good,” the album flows with the ease of a timeless “classic.”

 The doctor may no longer be the Voodoo wizard of yesteryear, but even though he’s 72, he doesn’t seem to want to become worm food.

Dr. John's 'Locked Down' is a vibrant return to form, blending timeless funk, soul, and blues with a fresh energy. Produced by Black Keys' Dan Auerbach, the album avoids nostalgia, offering inventive tracks infused with New Orleans spirit. Highlights include funky guitar-organ interplay and innovative mixes of jazz, blues, and ethio-jazz elements. 'Locked Down' proves Mac Rebennack still has creative fire at 72. Listen to Dr. John's 'Locked Down' now and experience the soulful revival of New Orleans funk and blues!

 The paranoid-obsessive energy of Pop. 1280 brings to mind both the 90s noise-math bands and the forerunners Chrome.

 Let the echo of the Angus’s bellow possess you, put on this record and get to work.

Pop. 1280's album The Horror delivers a powerful blend of noise rock deeply rooted in New York's underground scene. Drawing influences from 90s noise-math bands, Chrome, and Ministry, the album mixes industrial, gothic wave, and hardcore elements. Key tracks like 'Burn The Worm' and 'Bodies In The Dunes' showcase intense, paranoid energy. It's a refreshing alternative to mainstream trends, designed to energize and challenge listeners. Dive into Pop. 1280's The Horror and experience the raw power of New York noise rock today!

 The group can boast the refugee Shelley of Sonic Youth on drums, now permanently, smooths just the psych noise edges of previous “Lux” and “Guider.”

 So open your ears, but also your eyes, when listening to music around, memories are just around the corner.

Disappears' third album, Pre Language, skillfully merges krautrock rhythms, psych noise, and post-punk sharpness. The review highlights the album's ability to evoke strong memories and connections to place. Featuring Sonic Youth's Shelley on drums, the album balances hypnotic slow tracks with intense guitar work. Fans of 90s alternative and experimental rock will find much to appreciate. Dive into Disappears' Pre Language and discover a hypnotic blend of post-punk and krautrock that awakens memories and moods.

 We are faced with a record of young artists who... light a candle every morning to Saint Reed and Saint Cale.

 If the Maya are proven right, we will need music like this as the soundtrack for the end of the world.

Royal Baths' second album 'Better Luck Next Life' builds on their debut with a stronger psychedelic garage sound. The record channels influences from Lou Reed and Mark E. Smith, delivering hypnotic guitar riffs and diverse moods. Standout tracks include the twisted 'Darling Divine' and the intense 'Burned'. The band skillfully explores slower, tribal moments and frantic finales, making for an impressive 2012 release. Listen to Royal Baths' hypnotic 'Better Luck Next Life' and dive into a fresh wave of garage-psych today!

 "Power is nothing without control," fitting perfectly to describe Pontiak’s Echo Ono.

 A handcrafted work like few others, from a group that is now forging its own path in its field.

Pontiak’s album Echo Ono showcases the band’s growth with tight, powerful riffs and controlled song structures that avoid excess. The album balances heavy psych rock with beautiful acoustic and ballad moments. Recorded entirely analog, it offers a warm and authentic sound. While mostly solid, the final track feels somewhat unfocused but does not detract from the overall superb quality. Listen to Pontiak’s Echo Ono to experience powerful yet precise heavy rock with a unique psychedelic twist.

 Everyone, and I repeat everyone, garage lovers should give at least one listen to this album here.

 A kraut’n’roll bomb like “The Dream” rocketed on a mental autobahn together with Neu, Kraftwerk, starting from Frisco to reach Nuremberg.

The review praises Thee Oh Sees' album 'Carrion Crawler / The Dream' as a fresh take on the garage rock genre. Emphasizing the band's blend of krautrock and psychedelic influences, it highlights the innovative double drum setup and extended compositions. The album is recommended for garage fans old and new, noted for its vigor and creative energy. The reviewer suggests it could symbolize the future direction of garage music. Discover Thee Oh Sees' dynamic garage rock journey—listen to 'Carrion Crawler / The Dream' and experience the future of the genre today!

 If the entire new generation of listeners consisted only of voracious mp3 collectors, then someone like Mikal Cronin would not exist.

 The frenzy of insane flute... ranges between Wilsonian choruses, McCartney melodies, and garage punk folk accelerations.

Mikal Cronin’s self-titled debut album impresses by blending garage rock with melodic and instrumental variety, avoiding clichés common to his scene. The review emphasizes his musical sophistication, surprising instrumentation, and the vibrant energy shared with fellow Californian artists like Thee Oh Sees and Ty Segall. Noteworthy tracks show his range from punk folk to psychedelic influences. This album represents a promising voice for younger generations in modern rock. Listen to Mikal Cronin’s rich and inventive debut album now and explore the fresh sound of modern Californian garage rock!