Desert Suns - Edge Of The Sky (Album Review)

Release Date: December 18th 2024. Record Label: Glory Or Death Records. Formats: DD/Vinyl

Edge Of The Sky - Track Listing:

1.Sweet Sorrow 06:17

2.Luck of the Draw 05:26

3.Real Eyes 06:46

4.Daisy Chain 05:42

5.Fata Morgana 07:34

Review

Edge Of The Sky is the new album from Doom/Stoner Rockers Desert Suns who play with a gloomy and fuzzy aesthetic to their music with sludgy surroundings. There’s influences from bands such as QOTSA, Alice In Chains and Soundgarden at times on this record which allows Desert Suns to have a more mature outlook to their music especially with the lyrics written for the album.

The record can be quite foreboding at times with a sudden shift to GLOOM & DOOM melodies and down-tuned  grooves with the opening track Sweet Sorrow allowing Desert Suns to move from one distorted realm to the next. The psychedelic passages are quite forceful with a stunning mix of instrumental solos and highly DOOMEDELIC movements allowing the vocals to have a classic style of Grunge movements to them.

Desert Suns continue with the winning Grunge/Doom/Stoner hybrid formula crafted within Sweet Sorrow for the remainder of the record with the Alice In Chains influence being the main dominant theme on tracks such as Luck Of The Draw, Real Eyes and Daisy Chain. However, the band remain quite content exploring a seedy and spectacular style of Fuzzed Up AMPLIFIER FEEDBACK sounds that matches the ferocious Psychedelic and Cosmic energy that builds upto heavy amounts of guitar reverb whilst still being part of the Doom/Stoner Rock scene.

Edge Of The Sky lasts for around thirty minutes and it’s quite a compact record but it’s perhaps the perfect length with Desert Suns providing a great style of classic sounds and modern day atmospherics especially on the later stages of the album. With 2024 finally drawing to a close, it’s always great when a band makes a late challenge for grabbing a place on those inevitable Album Of The Year lists and Desert Suns have just done that for me with this superbly entertaining album.

If you’re in the mood for a record that explores the 1990’s Grunge, Doom and Stoner Rock scenes but adding a refreshing modern Sludge Rock swagger then Desert Suns are the band for you. Edge Of The Sky is an absolute blast from start to finish and quite easily considered Album Of The Year material.

Words by Steve Howe

Edge Of The Sky is available to buy now on DD/Vinyl via Glory Or Death Records.

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Exclusive Premiere Of Psych Stoner Rockers DESERT SUNS New Song/Video For LUCK OF THE DRAW

"In that space where psychedelic, blues-rock, doom, and stoner, it’s there you’re likely to find Desert Suns."

Hailing from the sun-soaked shores of San Diego, California, Desert Suns have been a formidable force in the music scene since their inception in 2013. One of the original Ripple bands, the group has crafted a distinct sonic identity that blends heavy, bluesy, and doomy elements into a captivating musical experience.

In 2020-21, the Desert Suns underwent a significant lineup change, injecting new energy and talent into the mix. The addition of Lucas Fisher on guitar and Jason Busiek on vocals marked a pivotal moment, elevating their sound to new heights at the Edge of the Sky

The forthcoming album is an invitation to join a musical odyssey where heavy, bluesy, and doomy landscapes converge into a mesmerizing sonic experience. This album reflects the new lineup's efforts to explore fresh possibilities. It has been nearly five years since their last album, Carry On. Edge of the Sky pushes new boundaries.

Beyond time and space / Far beyond the wheel

Luck of the Draw is the first single off the upcoming, about the song Jason says:

"This song 'Luck of the Draw' is kind of the story of my life. I believe that every person gets dealt a hand of cards in life and it's all about what you do with it that makes the difference. What it means to me is that I haven't had the easiest life. I have had many challenges. But I have dealt with those issues. In the end, it is what it is."

The band chose this song because "I think most people can relate. We're all in this together. We hope that this song strikes a chord with our listeners"

"Luck of the Draw" put us into cosmic exploration not only through their lyrics, and reflections but bringing this new air to the band's sound, with guitar effects on some moments, without missing what Desert Suns really is. You would play this song while you drive under a stellar dark sky on the road.

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We are thrilled to announce that Desert Suns, is now part of the Glory or Death Records family!

- Edge of the Sky will be out digitally on December 18th.
- The vinyl will be out through Glory or Death Records in 2025.
- The pre-order should start soon!

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