Yume Bitsu

Portland-based American group known for long, guitar-driven psychedelic/ambient compositions; their self-titled album (1999) is noted for shoegaze and electronic elements.

Origin: Portland, Oregon, United States. Notable albums include the self-titled Yume Bitsu (1999) and The Golden Vessyl of Sound (2002).

The available review praises Yume Bitsu's self-titled album for its long, mantra-like psychedelic jams and guitar-driven ambient textures. Key features are layered guitars, celestial keyboards and extended tracks. The final 18-minute piece is highlighted as the album's masterpiece. The album rewards attentive listening.

For:Fans of psychedelic rock, shoegaze, ambient and long-form instrumental music.