Category: Rock

Just three months after Vertigo, Wand is already back with new material. On October 25th, a new 12-inch will be released via Drag City. It features the already familiar “Help Desk,” three remixes of the track (by Beat Detectives, Dead Rider, and Dean Spunt), and a new song. The new…

In the late 2000s, Aluk Todolo emerged, crafting kraut-infused black metal in instrumental form, which reached its peak—and defined its niche—with 2012’s Occult Rock. In recent years, the French band has been quieter, with live performances becoming rare and no new studio material. Now, LUX brings us six new tracks,…

The instrumental band Der Neue Planet from Cologne places great emphasis on creating a cohesive work. Their new album, “Schwerkraft für Anfänger” (Tonzonen), their third overall, is once again wrapped in beautiful artwork (by Manuel Lambertz) and features song titles rich in wordplay. Musically, the album opens the door to…

Six friends strong: King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard dedicate their new album “Flight b741” (p(doom)) to their shared journey. They explore their roots, deeply embedded in 70s American rock, and celebrate them. On their 26th album, they’re mostly just having a good time. Will we join them? Last October’s…

Ten years after the release of their debut album “Ganglion Reef,” Wand has seen significant changes. Of the original lineup, only Cory Hanson and Evan Burrows remain. Alongside personnel changes, their sound has also evolved. What started as raw garage rock has transformed into a more layered rock sound, reminiscent…

Lord Buffalo consistently feature desolate, expansive landscapes on their album covers. This suits the sound of the Austin band perfectly, as they blend Americana and rock with passionate intensity. The cover of “Holus Bolus” (Blues Funeral) depicts a ruin with birds circling above, instantly sparking the imagination. Lord Buffalo once…

In 2022, the Silverbacks released a fantastic album, “Archive Material,” which featured playful and energetic pop-infused art rock. Now, the Dublin band has new material. “Selling Shovels” was recorded with Daniel Fox of Gilla Band. It’s a song rooted in indie rock but also acknowledges noise rock.

Falcon Bitch and Shmoofy are excited about their new addition: Ricky Motto has officially joined Being Dead as the bassist and is featured on the new album. Titled “EELS” (Bayonet), the album is set for release on September 27th. The Texas band already showcased their greatness and unpredictability with last…

Wand is preparing to release their new album “Vertigo” (Drag City). The release date is set for July 26th, and before that, a new single will be available. “JJ” is a tender rock song with quite a few psychedelic moments. The animated video by Vernon Chatman & lilfuchs is definitely…

Summers in Miami can be exhausting. Hot and humid, then suddenly it feels like the world is ending. Ale Campos and Emile Milgrim, as Las Nubes, can sing songs about this on “Tormentas Malsanas” (Sweat / Spinda / Godless America). “Unhealthy Storms” is the English translation of the album title,…