PETROSA - Roadburn Chronicles (Album Review)

Release Date: August 28th 2026. Record Label: Octopus Rising. Formats: CD/DD

Roadburn Chronicles - Tracklist

S.U.R.E.

The Sinner

Turning Point

I For An I

Rusty Blues

Viper

Revenant

Dreamer's Sunsets

Monsters' Conceal

An Old Van And A Couple Of Beers

 

Members

Antonio Buonocore - Guitar

Giorgio Monza - Drums

Aldo Colciago - Vocals

Andrea Vignati - Bass

Review

Doom/Stoner Metallers PETROSA come out fighting with their intense debut album “Roadburn Chronicles” that perhaps focuses on the DOOMED OUT part of their music which gives them a very unhealthy destructive appetite. Influenced by the likes of KYUSS, Orange Goblin and Dozer, there’s a gritty realism to PETROSA’s music that brings an aggressive level of Fuzz, Psych and Desert Rock with a destructive Nineties Alt-Metal attitude.

The album wastes no time in getting straight down to business of playing classic Stoner Metal grooves with that Doom & Gloom atmosphere allowing PETROSA adding some Monster Magnet spaced out heaviness along the way. The lyrics are quite seedy and fits right in with the WEEDIAN lifestyle that PETROSA approach with loving care and perhaps play about with the general misconceptions of the actual scene by playing some classic HEAVY ROCK melodic structures throughout.

Lead vocalist Aldo Calciago has a determined and gritty approach in how the vocals are delivered with flashes of solid Fuzz Rock groundwork which has some FU MANCHU and ORANGE GOBLIN elements to them on tracks such as S.U.R.E., The Sinner and Turning Point setting the scene for the rest of the album to follow. 

PETROSA never tries to reinvent the wheel or add progressive movements to their music. As this music is classic DOOM/STONER METAL through and through but there are some epic sounding cinematic Desert Rock soundscapes that lurk in the background to add a great style of Post-Doom and Psych Metal level of awareness.

The album really starts hitting its own creative and musical stride when the outstanding third track Turning Point appears which has the right amount of “QUIET vs LOUD” musical dynamics where a thrilling sludgy atmosphere develops into music with more meaning. From this point on PETROSA feel in their musical element with a great sounding Punk Rock energy being added within the sublime fourth track I For An I. The instrumental sounds are more fast-paced that feel completely dominated by a Fuzzed Out aspect that moves quite confidently into full on Doom/Stoner Metal.

Fifth track Rusty Blues allows PETROSA to slow the mood right down to a laid back gloomy Blues Rock number which is stripped of all it’s WEEDIAN essence with small pockets of Desert Rock soulful melodies that shows you a different side to PETROSA.

The second half of Roadburn Chronicles starts off in low-key fashion with the stunning sixth track Viper that explores that Desert Rock landscape with Post-Doom aesthetics fully moving back into their usual Heavy Rock delivery. The sound is influenced by modern day and alt-rock musical structures that leads the band into developing the heaviest sounds on the whole album. 

PETROSA move from strength-to-strength on the remaining tracks of the album with powerful strands of Doom/Stoner Metal once again allowing the band to develop their own great style of music with a gritty determination within the excellent tracks of Revenant, Dreamer’s Sunsets and An Old Van And A Couple Of Beers closing the album on a wonderful and exciting finish.

Roadburn Chronicles never plays out the way you expect as PETROSA have something special about their music where you feel this is a band who have lived the ROCK & ROLL lifestyle well perhaps within the underground scene at least. 

PETROSA will hopefully make a name for themselves with this great album and I can see them playing some of the more prestigious stages of the Doom/Stoner Metal festival circuit in no time at all.

Excellent and Highly Recommended.

Words by Steve Howe

Thanks to Grand Sounds Promotion for the promo.

Roadburn Chronicles is available to buy now on CD/DD via Octopus Rising.

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Crumbling Ghost - Four (Album Review)

Release Date: August 07th 2026. Record Label: New Heavy Sounds. Formats: CD/DD/Vinyl

Four - Tracklist

1.Bows Of London
2.Bill Norrie
3.Valtz Efter Tor Lohne
4.Lovely Joan
5.Gower Wassail
6.Last Of All Sleep
7.The Unquiet Grave

Lineup

John Mosley – Guitar

Donny Hopkins – Guitar

Ruth O’Loughlin – Bass

Katie Harnett – Vocals

Matthew Atkins- Drums

Review

Doom/Stoner Rockers Crumbling Ghost return in spectacular fashion with their latest record Four which is obviously their fourth full length record and their first in a decade. This record has a heavier and diverse array of Doom, Stoner, Fuzz and Folk melodies that’s strengthened by the band’s great use of warped psychedelics and space rock attitude. I always feel that the band never got the recognition they truly deserve for helping to establish the modern day UK Stoner Rock sound that’s benefited so many great bands of late. 

This isn’t Crumbing Ghost playing catch up, this is the band solidifying their reputation as one of the true original bands the UK underground rock scene currently has right now. Four offers a refreshing take on that modern Stoner Rock sound with the band applying Folk, Shoegaze, Indie Rock and Pop influences amongst the aggressive Doomed Out sounds that reminds me of Electric Wizard, Windhand and Black Sabbath in equal measure. 

Check out the superb opening tracks of Bows Of London and Bill Norrie that have different musical perspectives to each other but allow Crumbling Ghost to play a distorted style of Doom Metal that harks back to the days of Electric Wizard in places. The lyrics are brilliantly whimsical and heartfelt on Bill Norrie whilst the music itself is just crushing with epic levels of distorted movements that allows that Shoegaze aspect to hit some really emotional highs for the listener to become part of the whole musical journey that the band have created here.

Each track on Four tells a different musical perspective and story where Crumbling Ghost changes into a different musical persona with freakish jazzy and post-rock beats becoming part of the musical perspective whilst still remaining an essential part of the Doom/Stoner Metal universe. The music is played beautifully throughout with Crumbling Ghost laying down some of the best sounds of their music caterer and with the amazing vocals from Katie Harnett being one of standout elements of the whole record.

The instrumental passages are constantly engaging with Crumbling Ghost giving Russian Circles a run for their money on the standout third track Valtz Efter Tor Lohne which is an intense and first class style of Instrumental Post-Rock with flashes of Cinematic themes appearing along the way. 

The second half of the record moves across areas of Folk, Psych and classic Heavy Rock whilst employing a great style of modern day surroundings which appears brilliantly on tracks such as Lovely Joan, Wassail and The Unquiet Grave. The whole record can be classed as a concept album with an emotionally wrought journey told throughout the album which allows the Folk Rock aspect to really shine but there’s more unexpected sonic and fuzzy delights waiting to be heard from Crumbling Ghost when everything is said and done. 

Four is an exquisite, soulful and beautifully made record which instantly commands your attention as Crumbling Ghost may have released their best album to date. 

Outstanding. End Of.

Words by Steve Howe

Thanks to For The Lost PR for the promo.

Four is available to buy now on CD/DD/Vinyl via New Heavy Sounds.

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ULTRACOMBO - Season 3 (EP Review)

Release Date: July 10th 2026. Record Label: Self Released. Formats: DD

Season 3 - Tracklist

Out Of My Mind

Annullamento

II pavone

Il fungo e l'universo

Un giorno come ieri

Members

Flavio Gola

Alessio Guarda

Giordano Pajarin

Giordano Tasson

Alberto Biasin 

Review

Psych/Desert/Stoner Rockers ULTRACOMBO return with their new record Season 3 which continues the great work of their previous releases of Season 1 and Season 2. This time round the band include a solid Electronic sound into the mix which gives their music a slight commercial sound that reminds of modern day QOTSA with a dash of RED FANG street level grooves for the majority of the record.

Opening track Out Of My Mind combines Grunge, Desert Rock, Psych and Stoner Rock sound with a cool danceable energy which still is quite rebellious with ULTRACOMBO moving around the Nineties and Noughties Stoner Rock platform. The vocals are excellent with a cool underground appearance being quite expressive with the band applying an almost like “PARTY GOING” atmosphere into their music but the classic Stoner Rock swagger should appeal to fans of KYUSS, FU MANCHU and TRUCKFIGHTERS.

Second track Annullamento is vastly different with ULTRACOMBO applying a Space Rock and Post-Stoner finish with maybe some Yawning Man based soundscapes appearing allowing the band to add a thoughtful trippy and trance based vibe into their music. WIth a lush sounding Post-Rock movement delves into a distorted style of Cosmic and Space Rock synths with an experimental Electronic sound being quite riff-centric which allows this to be the standout track on the EP.

Third track II pavone leans further and quite heavily into the Electronic arena with a vast array of Desert Rock, Fuzz and Stoner Rock musical surroundings transfer themselves over to the land of Drone, Doom and Sludge Rock. This part of the EP is quite abstract but sees a daring style of creativity being applied by ULTRACOMBO for a dense and heavier distorted delivery. 

Fourth track Il fungo e l'universo sees ULTRACOMBO return to the classic style of Desert, Fuzz and Stoner Rock with a laid back melody slowly becoming heavier and more aggressive with each passing moment. The electronic beats are there from time-to-time but it’s the good old fashioned style of Fuzzed Out energy that allows the legendary Californian Desert Rock scene to fully shine through. The vocals are excellent with a delivery that can be quite different from time-to-time. 

The final track of Un giorno come ieri once again allows ULTRACOMBO to use that classic style of QOTSA based delivery with soulful strands of Alt Rock and even Shoegaze which sees the band widen their creative identity much further afield compared to the previous tracks on the EP. When the turbo-charged and blistering FUZZY soundscapes join forces then Season 3 takes giant risks with how the music is played which leaves you wanting more. 

Season 3 is a massive improvement on both musically and creatively speaking for ULTRACOMBO when compared to Season 2. The production process is handled superbly well that allows ULTRACOMBO to once again play first rate instrumental melodies that will go down a storm with the Stoner Rock underground community.

Excellent and Highly Recommended.

Words by Steve Howe

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Burning Sister - Plunge (Single Review)

Release Date: July 12th 2026. Record Label: Self Released. Formats: DD

Plunge b/w Fadeout (Live) - Tracklist

1.Plunge 05:54

2.Fadeout (live) 06:56

Members

Steve Miller - Bass, Vox

Alison Salutz - Drums

Review

High Downer Rock collective Burning Sister returns with their warped and refreshingly daring new single Plunge which adds a distorted level of Psychedelic Hysteria into the mix. This follows on from their excellent last single of Sunspots with Burning Sister continuing to experiment with areas of Drone, Shoegaze, Grunge, Space Rock and Sludge Rock which adds a gloomy style of heaviness into the mix. 

The song is quite bleak when compared to their previous releases with some wicked sonic and electronic experimentation that reminds me of L7, The Melvins and Faith No More whilst keeping within the classic Fuzz Rock and Stoner Rock surroundings the band have made their names with. The sludgy bass from Steve Miller and thumping drums from Alison Salutz gives a new droned out aspect to their music which results into some epic instrumental jams and doomed out soundscapes being played against Steve’s restrained vocals.

Burning Sister have added a killer live track of their superb song Fadeout from their acclaimed 2023 release Get Your Head Right. This is a slightly different take compared to the original version lasting about forty seconds longer than the original with Burning Sister adding seedy and dirty down-tuned fuzzy sound effects to a song that was already known for its filthy delivery. The LIVE setting adds a mean-sounding attitude from Burning Sister with a manic Punk Rock sound allowing them to deliver a more direct sound. 

Though, the real star here is PLUNGE which is one of the best tracks I've heard from Burning Sister as they fully lean into areas of music they’ve haven’t explored for a long time which left me fully content and emotionally satisfied. 

Words by Steve Howe

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Trails Of The Mare - Chapter III (Album Review)

Release Date: June 22nd 2026. Record Label: Self Released. Formats: DD

Chapter III - Tracklist

1.War Cries on Horseback 04:22

2.Sundowner 04:09

3.Creature 06:00

4.Sonney Daze 04:21

5.Arise 04:13

6.Cryptid Canyon 04:41

7.Blood in the Water 04:50

8.Minerva 07:17

9.Nephilim 03:45

Members

Jane: Lead Vocals

Michael: Guitar

Arson: Bass

Donovan: Drums

Review

Chapter III is the debut album from Grunge/Psych/Stoner Rockers Trails Of The Mare who bring a gritty Mountain Rock and Blues Rock sound to this record. The record has been recorded and engineered by the legendary Scott Reeder which gives Trails Of The Mare real credibility for the underground scene to fully check them out. The album itself is a great mix of different styles with the band focusing upon the main areas of Grunge, Psych and Stoner Rock sounds..

There’s a fuzzy sound made up by a fast-paced Mountain Rock sound that does split off into areas of Classic Hard Rock and Doom along the way. The soaring vocals from Jane are delivered superbly well with a Grunge influence being the main thing I can hear from Jane’s excellent vocal range that appears throughout the album. Imagine if Stevie Nicks or Beth Gibbons were fronting a Heavy Psych and Stoner Rock band then this is the closest you'll ever experience. Though, Jane's soulful Blues Rock tones do provide a few chilling and emotionally charged moments along the way.

The songs themselves are inspired by the likes of KYUSS, Jane’s Addiction, Soundgarden and Alice In Chains being the most dominant but you’ll experience a wide range of different musical sounds on the album, with Trails Of The Mare adding a cool swirling mix of Heavy Psych and Fuzz Rock.

Chapter III does have a songbook structure for how Trails Of The Mare deliver their emotionally charged lyrics set against a backdrop of grounded Nineties melodies. The record can be cautiously slow at times but for the most part Trails Of The Mare embrace a vivid and fast-paced energy that moves their music into more emotionally charged areas of Heavy Rock you least expect.

The “Mountain Rock” sound is laid on pretty thick which gives Chapter III a grounded and superbly organic feel with the production values never being too overproduced or overly dramatic. Some of the songs can be too long at times but it’s a good job that Trails Of The Mare have a ton of epic cinematic sounds, grooves and instrumental jams to impress listeners with.

Standout tracks on the album include: War Cries On Horseback, Creature, Sonney Daze, Cryptid Canyon and Minerva. These tracks are the ones that grabbed my interest the most with soothing vocals, soaring riffs and psychedelic poetry emerging from almost every corner. The vocals from Jane always continue to impress with the different vocal methods that are applied on the record. Credit must also goto Michael (Guitar), Arson (Bass) and Donavan (Drums) for bringing some massive Stoner Rock musical energy on this record where they never over do things such as bringing Prog Rock/Metal sensibilities onto the album.

Chapter III may not be the most modern sounding of records but when the band are playing music influenced by one of the most important eras of the Grunge and Stoner Rock scene whilst also creating their own great style of music to impress listeners with then PLEASE ACCEPT NO SUBSTITUTE. As TRAILS OF THE MARE are the real deal. They have the songs and talent to make a real impression within the Heavy Psych, Grunge and Stoner Rock underground scenes.

Excellent and Highly Recommended.

Words by Steve Howe

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Psych/Fuzz/Desert/Stoner Rockers ULTRACOMBO Return With Epic New Song/Video For OUT OF MY MIND

Psych/Fuzz/Desert/Stoner Rockers ULTRACOMBO release their first new song in over four years with OUT OF MY MIND. A song that has a mind-expanding Desert Rock energy with a sublime Grunge, Psych and Fuzz Rock delivery. However, what really seals the deal and stands out is ULTRACOMBO's epic use of Electronic beats and sweet Alt-Rock hooks. The sound can be dominated by a classic Nineties Alt Rock swagger which you can instantly feel and hear throughout the song.

Check out the excellent song and video below. I'm hoping there's an EP or full length album being released soon as this song has really got me hooked!!!

ULTRACOMBO are:

Alessio - Voice / Synth 

Alberto - Guitar

Giordano - Guitar

Giordano - Bass

Flavio - Drums

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Gutward - I (Album Review)

Release Date: June 06th 2026. Record Label: Self Released. Formats: DD

I - Tracklisting

1.Reign of the Wicked 04:28

2.What's with the Rush? 04:58

3.Dead Eyes 03:48

4.Mass Delusion 05:07

5.Rot Alone 05:03

6.The Messages 11:58

Members

Dafiq Achmad - Bass, Vocals

Paskahline Putra - Drums

Nabiel Habibie - Vocals, Guitar

Review

Indonesian Doom/Stoner Metallers Gutward debut album is a great mix of Doom, Stoner Metal, Psych and Space Rock that’s filled with fractured Amplified textures that brings a groovy sound influenced by the likes of Electric Wizard, Black Sabbath, Slomatics and Monolord. The record has a stripped back sound within the recording process and production values that allows Gutward to play a distorted Cosmic sound. Gutward has that dominant Power Trio energy which allows each member to play their part in demonstrating a down tuned melodic energy that’s packed with violent delivery coming from the speakers.

The album runs for around thirty six minutes across six tracks with Gutward showcasing a delicious LOW & SLOW theme throughout the whole record with great vocals coming from Nabiel Habibie and Dafiq Achmad providing excellent support. Though, it’s the music that’s the real “STAR” or “MAIN ATTRACTION” here with Gutward adding a sludgy sideline of Psychedelic Fuzz Rock sound that has a hidden Atmospheric depth that can be quite destructive the best of times on tracks such as Reign Of The Wicked, What’s With The Rush, Dead Eyes and The Messages.

There is some great riff-centric build up here with Gutward edging more closely to the likes of Black Sabbath and Monster Magnet on the heaviest parts of the record. The level of SONIC interplay contained on this record has a classic Nineties Grunge and Stoner Metal energy which is brought bang up-to-date with thrilling modern day psychedelic soundscapes but with Gutward keeping with that classic down-tuned delivery that can be quite long drawn out at times. 

Though, most of the grooviest and impressive instrumental beats come from when Gutward rely firmly on Seventies Hard Rock musical worship which shows prominently on the later stages of the record. There’s a hidden backline of Proto-Metal and Classic Doom appearing which is perhaps used as an afterthought at times but this gives the album an unpredictable energy which Gutward use to their full advantage. 

Gutward have delivered a debut album that shows how they’re a band with real potential to last the course and gain a cult following within the scene. If you like your Doom/Stoner Metal music with the classic LOW & SLOW approach the “I” is a record you need to play on the BIGGEST, LOUDEST and most AGGRESSIVE speakers you can lay your hands on and just let yourselves FLY!!!

Excellent and Highly Recommended.

Words by Steve Howe

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Finnish Fuzz Rock Quartet HEEZER Unveils Darker Side of Upcoming Album “Stereolith” With New Single “Let It Burn”

Finnish fuzz rock quartet Heezer is preparing for the release of its sophomore full-length album Stereolith, due out on August 13. The self-released record has already been previewed with the gritty groove of “Horse” and the energetic “This Town”, which surprised listeners with melodic hooks borrowed from pop punk. Pre-orders for the album are now available through Levykauppa Äx, with both CD and vinyl editions on offer.

Today, the spotlight turns to the darker and heavier side of the album as Heezer releases “Let It Burn”, accompanied by a striking animated music video.

“We originally planned to make a simple lyric video, but somehow the song felt like it deserved a proper visual story,” recalls bassist Antti Vesikko. “I came up with the idea of telling the song’s dark narrative through a comic without speech bubbles. At one point, with other work stuff piling up and no free time, I started building the project with AI. Thankfully, I came to my senses, scrapped the whole thing and decided it still wasn’t time to let artificial intelligence take the wheel. We brought in Amet Komik Studio to illustrate the story, and I edited the video to follow the dynamics and structure of the song. The result turned out beautifully and fits ‘Let It Burn’ perfectly.”

“We’ve always included slow and heavy songs on our releases, and ‘Let It Burn’ showcases that side of the new album really well,” says drummer Ville Häsä. “The demo was recorded in my home studio. Sami played through the structure on guitar while shouting cues for section changes on the fly. We had the demo together after just a couple of takes, but I didn’t yet realize the full picture. Once the bass and vocals were added, I understood what a great and wonderfully dark song it was. It ended up sounding very close to what you hear on the album. Personally, I love the Soundgarden-inspired bridge section.”
Singer-guitarist Sami Kääriäinen adds:

“The verses, written by Antti, deal with mental struggles and the twists and turns of the mind, while the choruses offer a rather straightforward solution: let it all burn. The lyrics can be interpreted in many ways, though. Once again, Heikki Pöyhiä delivered some absolutely brilliant backing vocals.”

“Stereolith” tracklist:

1. Horse
2. This Town
3. Stone I Am
4. Let It Burn
5. Moonshine
6. Mountain
7. Crazy
8. The Van
9. Desert

Heezer stand firmly behind their professional DIY mindset and they’ve taken major steps forward in their evolution – from stronger songwriting to a higher production level. The band’s sharpened approach shines through in a powerful and distinctive result. Still, their main principle remains unchanged: making music has to stay fun, now and in the future.

Heezer have been steadily winning over audiences both on streaming platforms and on stage. See band live this summer:

3.7. Playhouse Bar, Helsinki w/ Monsternaut (FIN), I Am Low (SWE)
4.7. Bar Kotelo, Tampere w/ Atomic Annie (FIN), Le Mondays (SWE)
17.7. Stereolith-album pre-listening party, Kuluma Pub, Imatra (+ live-stream)
7.8. Patruuna Fest, Imatra
14.8. Nirvana, Turku

Heezer line-up:

Sami Kääriäinen – vocals, guitar
Ville Räsänen – guitar
Antti Vesikko – bass
Ville Häsä – drums

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US Psychedelic Rock Trio DEAD MEADOW to release "Foundlings" rarities album on July 31st via Heavy Psych Sounds Records

Washington D.C. psychedelic rock luminaries Dead Meadow have teamed up with Heavy Psych Sounds Records for the exclusive release of "Foundlings" — a 7-track collection that digs deep into the band's archives, spanning over two decades of sessions, tributes and unreleased gems — on July 31st, 2026.

Known for their hypnotic blend of heavy riffage, dreamy atmospherics, and mesmerising grooves, Dead Meadow have been delivering their organic, masterful and utterly transportive sonic recipe for nearly thirty years now. The Foundlings rarities collection promises to illuminate the band's evolution, featuring previously unheard material that showcases their unique ability to channel classic influences — from Sabbath-inspired heaviness to shimmering The Cure-like textures — through their own hazy lens, while also serving as a tribute to bassist and founding member Steve Kille, who passed away two years ago after a long battle against cancer.

Featuring the core lineup of guitarist and vocalist Jason Simon and late bassist Steve Kille, with drum duties split between Mark Laughlin and Stephen McCarty, Foundlings compiles material recorded between 2002 and 2024. Highlights include a rendition of Powell St. John's "Kingdom of Heaven" (from the Sonic Cathedral sessions), a take on The Beatles' "Tomorrow Never Knows" (from The Nothing They Need sessions), and a version of Led Zeppelin's "No Quarter" originally cut for a Cleopatra Records tribute, alongside originals drawn from the Voyager to Voyager album recording sessions, a EarthQuaker Devices session, and a Committee to Keep Music Evil session recorded with Anton Newcombe and Rob Campanella (The Brian Jonestown Massacre).

Foundlings is poised to be essential listening for both long-time devotees and new converts. It arrives as the band continues to cement a legacy defined by fearless exploration.

DEAD MEADOW "Foundlings" - Out July 31st on Heavy Psych Sounds (LP/CD/digital)

TRACKLIST:

1. Lost To Light
2. Nobody Home
3. Kingdom Of Heaven (Powell St. John cover)
4. Tomorrow Never Knows (The Beatles cover)
5. Everything's Goin' On
6. No Quarter (Led Zeppelin cover)
7. From The Children Of Planet Earth

Bio

Formed in the fall of 1998, DEAD MEADOW emerged from the Washington, D.C. indie/punk scene to fuse their love of early ’70s hard rock and ’60s psychedelics into a unique marriage of dreamy guitar-fuzz bliss and stoney riffs. Over the course of seven studio albums, three live records and a Peel Session, they incorporated darker eastern influences and increasingly dense and hypnotic layering as they toured such far-reaching places as Russia and Australia and performed at renowned festivals including Roadburn and Levitation fest. They’ve become an inarguable pillar of the modern heavy psych movement alongside contemporaries like Black Mountain, King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard and the Black Angels.

DEAD MEADOW on "Foundlings"

Jason Simon - guitar, vocals, organ
Steve Kille - bass
Mark Laughlin - drums (tracks 1, 2, 4, 5, 7)
Stephen McCarty - drums (tracks 3, 5) and organ (track 5)

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PAMPS! Les Pamplemousses Ethyliques - Le Monde Des Tracteurs Geants (Album Review)

Release Date: June 19th 2026. Record Label: Self Released. Formats: DD/Vinyl

PAMPS! Les Pamplemousses Ethyliques - Tracklisting

O Simon Diaz (Ianovitch)

Le Monde Des Tracteurs Geants

Octave ou Attention a la Mousse

Savage Biouti

Joachim ou Prends l'apparence du Duc

Members

 

Camille "Guitar Magic" Bouvard (Guitar)

François "Dr. Mad Francwe" Parmentier (Bass)

Alexis "Jean-Pierre Baguette" Caillet (Drums)

Review

Le Monde Des Tracteurs Geants is the third full length album from Psych Stoner Rockers PAMPS! Les Pamplemousses Ethyliques (PLPE) and this is my first exposure to the band. The band play a long drawn out and cinematic style of Stoner Rock that blends Psych, Space Rock, Desert Rock and Prog Rock with other influences ranging from Middle Eastern grooves and full on film soundtrack dynamics appearing on this record alone.

The record is quite epic in scope that runs for over an hour spread across five tracks which all have their own unique flavour and style of Stoner Rock. The record is very overblown, melodramatic and quite long but however this all works to the band’s great advantage. As they create some groundbreaking instrumental passages that are just jaw-dropping to listen to. There’s a fine amount of Post-Rock based melodies before PLPE aims for a heavier, disjointed and fractured sound that’s quite deafening at times. 

Imagine a more spaced out and jazzed up version of EARTHLESS and MONKEY3 then that’s what you’ll experience with PLPE. All of the musicians are absolute geniuses with the amount of different music they conjure up within the outstanding opening track O Simon Diaz (Ianovitch) which demonstrates what to expect for this mammoth album. 

This is mostly an instrumental rock album with some vocals and soundbytes being added along the way but for the majority PLPE are happy to let their music do the talking. They also have an unhealthy obsession using feedback loops, trippy sound effects and distorted amplifier movements within their music which gives a highly unorthodox Doom Rock sound creeping out from the speakers. 

Sometimes the music also feels completely out of control which happens within regular stages of the record as PLPE explore that Jazz Rock and Experimental sound to generate new areas of Heavy Psychedelic and Sonic tapestries to explore, dismantle and re-create in their own great creative image. The album does feel like one extended album broken down into individual chapters which allows a different musical and creative perspective to take the limelight on tracks such as Le Monde Des Tracteurs Geants, Octave ou Attention a la Mousse and Joachim ou Prends l'apparence du Duc. 

The levels of FUZZ is expertly timed with PLPE adding a cautious modern day sound which can be quite romantic within some of the closing seconds of individual tracks. This has been a hard album to review as Le Monde Des Tracteurs Geants conveys many different moods that’s quite hard to describe especially within the realm of Instrumental Rock music. Though, I can’t state how brilliantly breathtaking and emotionally engaging the whole record is. The sheer vision that the band have applied to this record is nothing short of amazing within the intricate sounds that’s played throughout the album. 

Le Monde Des Tracteurs Geants is one of the most warm hearted and most emotionally engaging records I’ve heard in quite some time. There’s not one sign of malice as PAMPS! Les Pamplemousses Ethyliques make everyone feel welcome to join with their massive sounding record. 

Awesome. End Of.

Words by Steve Howe

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