Eluvium "Pianoworks (Temporary Residence)"
For the first time in nearly 15 years, Eluvium has released a collection of solo piano pieces. Obviously, as a modern classical composer, this was likely at one point his go-to emotional outlet. But like happens to many of us, we get distracted by all the new cool things we’ve learned. But Pianoworks (Temporary Residence) is a testament to going back to what you originally learned to do occasionally. Simply put, you aren’t going to find a better, more beautiful collection of piano music anywhere. So start at the beginning and give “Recital” a listen.
Earth "Full Upon Her Burning Lips (Sargent House)"
Why in 2019 do some people still think the earth is flat? After all, would it affect how the band Earth sounds? Yes, Earth is back with Full Upon Her Burning Lips, their first album in 5ish years and any questions about the shape of our sphere have not affected how awesome they sound. As slow as the earth revolves around the sun EARTH bludgeon–and at the same time lull with slow Brontosaurus-like power. Cursing and crushing between 30-60 bpm. Earth are the soundtrack in real time of the glaciers melting and flat earthers brains crumbling. Buckle in with “Cats OnThe Briar”.
Rose City Band "Rose City Band"
Get ready for some country-tinged acoustic blues sorta psych-folk from the fine folks in Rose City Band, with this: their self-titled debut. Produced by uh… someone… the band features… well, some folks. The thing is, they are trying to keep things on the DL here. Add a little mystery to the whole affair. Lemme see if I can think of any obtuse clues that I could give you… Believe it or not, I can! In fact, I’ve already given you one. But don’t let all that rigamarole get in your head, just chill out to the sweet sounds of “Rip City.”
Black Mountain "Destroyer (Jagjaguwar)"
If you like a band full of influences, chances are you already love Black Mountain. But boy oh boy, did they turn up the influence machine on Destroyer (Jagjaguwar). They’ve mixed in some Black Sabbath, some Kiss, some Rush, maybe even a little Foreigner, and every other band that goes well on a patch on a denim jacket while you are hanging out at the arcade blowing of school for the afternoon. Get ready to ROCK and check out the simply furious “Future Shade.”