SIXYEARHEX - Original Sin (Single Review)

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

Original Sin - Tracklisting

Original Sin

Review

Doom/Stoner Rockers SIXYEARHEX latest single Original Sin is the first peek at the duo’s groove laden and stylish sound from their upcoming new album. The song is thoroughly modern with elements of Sludge Rock and NOLA vibes appearing from the very start. SIXYEARHEX adds a cool Alt Metal sound which allows the vocals to be quite aggressive along the way. The music is played at a delicate slow-to-mid pace which allows the Psychedelic, Noise Rock and Doom Metal aspects to fully take charge. 

SIXYEARHEX have developed a more melodic style of music compared to their last release which has a certain Post-Stoner atmosphere merging from the shadows. Throw in some great dual vocals from the members of SIXYEARHEX and they start channelling bands such as FLOOR, TORCHE and MASTODON but still doing in their own great style. 

With a classic Progressive Metal energy appearing and holding everything together, SIXYEARHEX have delivered a truly superb track that makes me quite excited to hear their upcoming album. As if the songs are good as Original Sin then we’re going to be treated to something special indeed.

Words by Steve Howe

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North Carolina Doom n' Roll duo SIXYEARHEX will release their new single "Original Sin" on all major streaming platforms March 10.

North Carolina Doom n' Roll duo SIXYEARHEX will release their new single "Original Sin" on all major streaming platforms March 10.

Known for blending sludgy stoner-doom riffs with soaring rock melodies, the band continues to carve out their signature heavy yet hypnotic sound. SIXYEARHEX has been steadily gaining ground with their fusion of dark alternative rock, post-grunge atmosphere, and doom-laden groove.

"Original Sin" explores the idea that humanity was never inherently broken, challenging the long-standing narratives of guilt and inherited flaw. Through crushing guitars, driving rhythm, and haunting melody, the track delivers a defiant meditation on identity, belief, and the stories we've been told about ourselves.

The single offers another glimpse into the evolving sonic landscape SIXYEARHEX is building as they move toward their upcoming full-length album.

"Original Sin" will be available on Spotify, Apple Music, Bandcamp, and all other streaming platforms March 10.

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SIXYEARHEX - Under The Glow (EP Review)

Release Date: October 04th 2024. Record Label: Self Released. Format: Digital Download

Under The Glow - Track Listing:

1.The World Fades Away

2.In More Ways Than One 

3.Walk On By 

4.Make It Make Sense 

5.Living A Lie

6.Last Time

Review

Doom/Stoner Rockers SIXYEARHEX debut EP Under The Glow was originally released earlier this year which totally passed me by. However, the EP is being re-released with new artwork and an extra song (Make It More Sense) compared to the original release. This hard-rocking duo take influence from bands such as TORCHE, RED FANG, QOTSA and The Sword with the band having a slightly melodic style with a cool sounding social awareness to their lyrics. 

The EP lasts around twenty six minutes with SIXYEARHEX operating with a heavy DOOM ROCK atmosphere with a sound that floats between Alt Metal and Stoner Rock melodies when you can hear where the influences of TORCHE and QOTSA comes into focus. The opening tracks of The World Fades Away and In More Ways Than One have a raucous sludgy vibe which transforms into a Punk Rock and Garage Rock delivery.

In More Ways Than One has a Shoegaze drive reminiscent of HUM with the stripped back production values allowing SIXYEARHEX to performing a song that’s very much of the 90’s Alt-Rock world and today’s Doom/Stoner Rock sound that is quite flashy with the heavy psychedelic and jagged guitars. The vocals have an offbeat Indie Rock vibe that was all the range back in the day but lead vocalist Rob Broyhill’s delivery has an aggressive street level attitude which is quite easy to listen to and wholly agree with.

Third track Walk On By is a mixture of classic DOOM-POP (FLOOR and TORCHE style) grooves with a Grunge aesthetic giving the track a whole murky and sludgier down-tuned swagger. The song is further enhanced by a creative drive perhaps influenced by THE PIXIES in places appearing within the lyrics. Though, the music is powered through Psych Sludgy instrumental movements that are some of the heaviest parts of the EP.

Fourth song Make It Make Sense is the new track that was missing from the EP’s original recording. I’ve heard both versions of Under The Groove and this song allows them to have a more complete message with SIXYEARHEX delivering highly charged anthemic hooks and socially aware lyrics. This is a track that has BRAINS as well as BRAWN. The vocals have a certain Punk Rock offensive with the music being bound by the creative rules of Doom/Stoner Metal whilst delivering into other areas of KICK-ASS modern day Rock and Roll.

The final two tracks of Living A Lie and Last Time allows SIXYEARHEX to create a heavier and progressive style of music that is perhaps Sludge focused with small moments of Psychedelic distortion and seedier Grunge attitude. Living A Lie is one of the standout tracks on the EP with SIXYEARHEX playing with a more destructive energy played within the musical surroundings of the whole record.

Under The Glow is a highly impressive release with SIXYEARHEX offering an EP that’s quite bold and refreshing with its different style of melodies that will appeal to a wide section of the Doom/Stoner Rock community. I’m looking forward to hearing more from SIXYEARHEX in the near future and they can easily help fill the void left behind by bands such as TORCHE and FLOOR. 

Words by Steve Howe

Thanks to Desert Bloom PR for the promo.

Under The Glow will be available to buy on Digital Download from October 31st 2024.

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Exclusive Premiere Of Sludge/Stoner Metallers SIXYEARHEX New Song/Video For WALK ON BY

Hailing from North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, SIXYEARHEX is a passion project for Rob Broyhill, who wrote and recorded all parts, as well as mixed the debut EP, Under The Glow. For live performances, Rob enlists the services of a drummer, rounding out the lineup to comprise a thunderous power duo. Blazing a new sonic trail, SIXYEARHEX takes a lean, uniquely distilled approach to doom and desert rock; all while embracing efficiency, hooks, and the power of the almighty riff.

We're excited to premiere the new song/new video for Walk On By which you can watch below:

SIXYEARHEX's Rob Broyhill says this about the new song:

"Walk On By was written as a celebration of the moments we realize we made a mistake. Making mistakes is part of the human experience and this song explores that; but not from an overly critical viewpoint, but one of allowing yourself grace and realizing we are all just learning as we go and hopefully trying to do the best we can.”

Thanks to Desert Bloom PR for all of the details.

Under The Glow will be available to buy on Digital Download from October 31st 2024.

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