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With “Dynamite,” the band delivers a powerful statement of their renewed sound, combining crushing riffs, driving grooves and a darker, more aggressive edge while maintaining the hypnotic and melodic traits that define their identity. The track further expands Solar Mantra’s sonic palette, balancing heaviness and catchiness with a raw, organic feel.
“State of Joyful Lightness” marks a significant evolution from the band’s 2021 debut “Away.” While rooted in stoner and heavy rock traditions, the new album dives into a more shadowy and intense atmosphere, enriched by psychedelic textures and emotionally driven songwriting.
The band comment:
“State of Joyful Lightness is a different album from our previous work, ‘Away,’ with a generally darker and more sinister sound. We’ve retained some psychedelic elements and lyrics focused on personal experiences, relationships, and obsessions, but always prioritizing heaviness and some catchy melodic moments. The most notable features, however, are the live recording sessions, which allowed us to capture the naturalness of our performances, captured via analog mixing system, which gave a warmer and more vintage flavour to our songs.”
Recorded through live sessions and analog mixing, the album captures the band’s natural energy and delivers a warm, vintage infused sound that enhances both its heaviness and dynamic range.
Drawing inspiration from acts such as Kyuss, Queens of the Stone Age, Clutch, The Sword, Greenleaf, Dozer and Danzig, Solar Mantra continue to refine their blend of desert rock, grunge and heavy psych, pushing their sound into a more mature and cohesive direction.
Tracklist
Dynamite 05:15
Avetrana 02:30
Appaloosa 05:53
A Brand New Grave 03:42
Holy Water 04:59
Lucky Mia 05:13
Morning Glory 05:03
Shelter 05:07
Piñacolada 04:17
Raging River Of Fear (Captain Beyond cover) 03:50
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Thanks to Grand Sounds Promotion for the details.
