The first album from Cambium is a diverse collection of songwriting with many influences held together by excellent songwriting and musicianship, turning the album into a head trip worth taking.
Recommended Pick: Salton (long version)
Dronefly is a project created by Mike Chambers and expanded with the inimitable songwriting skills and vocals of Deanna Quijada. The EP features four melodic tracks with dreamlike qualities. Recommended for fans of Cocteau Twins and Kate Bush.
Recommended Pick: Forever Light
“Out of Time,” the sophomore album from Ghost of Altalena, helmed by the visionary songwriter Sergey Engel, is a gripping odyssey through the depths of doom metal, hardcore, metal, and grunge. With 12 tracks pulsating with unconventional fervor, this dark, weighty, and unorthodox opus plunges listeners into a realm where ferocity intertwines with raw emotion. From the Sabbath-esque groove of “Colossus” to the haunting melancholy of “The Willow Tree,” each song is a visceral exploration of the human condition, defying norms and leaving an indelible imprint on the psyche. “Out of Time” cements Ghost of Altalena’s status as a trailblazing force in the contemporary metal scene, daring listeners to embrace the unconventional and embrace the darkness within. Fans of Black Sabbath, King Crimson, Alice in Chains, and Lustmord should press play.
Personal Pick: A Call From Hell
Ralph Feetham, songwriter from the UK, crafted a collection of psychedelic and progressive rock styled songs with Deanna Quijada to create this entirely unique album. Deanna’s vocals are rich and somewhat reminiscent of Kate Bush occasionally, which is a fine thing! Excellent guitar work, keyboard tapestries weaving throughout, and unexpected twists and turns make this a delight to listen to.
Personal Pick: Surreal
Honorable Mention: All at Sea
Mothsounds is a beautiful and dynamic shoegaze, indie/alternative rock project created by Mike Chambers.
Favorite Pick: Beta Carotene
Honorable Mention: Photos of the Ghost
“Decade In Despair” is a collection of 18 songs written and assembled over a ten-year period by the incredibly talented Anders Plassgard, a Swedish songwriter/artist/photographer from Dala-Floda, Sweden. The diverse range of stylistic rock influences retains a cohesive and a fascinating journey into the mind of this inventive, creative writer.
Personal Pick: “Ballet of the Mechanical Doll”
“Is This Life?” is a collection of peculiar songs for peculiar people. Fans of rock, alternative, progressive, heavy music should press the play button!