About ten years ago, PYPY came together to record Pagan Day. The band, hailing from Montreal’s underground scene, was made up of members from CPC Gangbangs, Red Mass, and Duchess Says. They unleashed an album that straddled the line between punk and psych rock. Soon after, the project was put…
Review: Silverbacks – Easy Being A Winner
After releasing two rather hastily recorded albums, it was time for Dublin’s Silverbacks to take a breather and find new places of refuge. The band members scattered across different parts of Europe to recharge. The recording process for their third album, Easy Being A Winner (Central Tones), was meant to…
New Song: Wyatt E. – Im Leyla
The instrumental band Wyatt E. blends mythical themes with rich psych rock. Next year, a new album will be released, and the band’s first two albums will receive reissues. All of this will happen under the label Heavy Psych Sounds, the band’s new home. Regarding the new album, Zamāru ultu…
Video: Obey Cobra – Gnostic Shock
We’ve just barely digested the wild “Mwg Drwg“ from May, and now Obey Cobra are back with more crashing, psychedelic post-noise punk. “Gnostic Shock“ (Rocket Recordings) is a 6-track EP that continues the Cardiff band’s sonic journey. They’re joined by kindred spirits Shit & Shine for support. The title track,…
Video: Lambrini Girls – Big Dick Energy
In the punk scene, Lambrini Girls are considered a hot commodity, and their debut album is highly anticipated. Titled “Who Let The Dogs Out“ (City Slang), it’s set for release on January 10th. As a teaser, they’ve dropped the bold and brash “Big Dick Energy”.It’s undeniably a very cool, appropriately…
Video: Bananagun – With the Night
In just over three weeks, on November 8th, Bananagun will release their new album “Why is the Colour of the Sky?“ (Full Time Hobby / Anti Fade / P-Vine). Ahead of the release, the Australian band has shared one final single. “With the Night” starts off unusually straightforward, featuring a…
Review: Goat – Goat
Goat have been particularly prolific lately. Just a year after “Medicine”, the Swedish band is set to release their next album, “Goat“ (Rocket Recordings). Self-referential from the title down to its core, the album reflects an inward focus. The band adopts the symbol of the Ouroboros—a serpent or dragon eating…
New 7-Inch: Shadow Show – Baba Yaga / Spy Balloon
In February, Shadow Show released their wonderful “Fantasy Now!”, blending vintage psych-pop with modern rock. Now, there’s more to enjoy. A double A-side single featuring two new tracks has been released via Rogue Records. Once again, the Detroit trio delivers a delightful pop sound. “Baba Yaga” draws inspiration from Eastern…
New Song: The Stevenson Ranch Davidians – Shine On
Sonically, the roots of The Stevenson Ranch Davidians lie in 60s psych-folk. However, they now seem to be moving away from that, as their new single “Shine On“ (Little Cloud) suggests. It’s a fairly modern rock song with a psychedelic touch, but it feels much more grounded. This track serves…
Review: A Place To Bury Strangers – Synthesizer
Maybe it really did become too much at some point. Or is “It’s Too Much,” from A Place To Bury Strangers‘ new album, actually a hidden message? Could it be signaling that the endless noise and technical tinkering have finally run their course? Synthesizer (Dedstrange), the Brooklyn band’s seventh LP,…