Exclusive Album Premiere Of Canadian Stoner Psych Desert Rock SWEETBEAST's Debut Album "Illusions"​

 

L-R - Eric Gorzynski - Vocals/Guitar, Alex Graham - Backup Vocals/Bass, Colton Schofield - Drums, John Hermary - Vocals/Guitar

Blending the cosmic dimensions of psychedelic, stoner, and desert rock, Kelowna, BC, Canada's SweetBeast's debut album "Illusions" invites you to lose yourself in their fusion of heavy, low-tuned guitars and melodic, psychedelic riffs.

Aiming to give fans a fully immersive listening experience, the band transports the deep, heavy grooves and layered, psychedelic soundscapes as if you’re on a journey through the mind or some otherworldly place. Each track is designed to pull the listener in with dynamic shifts, powerful riffs, and moments of reflection, creating a balance between intensity and space.

SweetBeast comments on the record's release:

"We couldn't be more excited to share our debut album Illusions. Since forming in 2018, we've faced our share of ups and downs, from lineup changes to lost tracks, but we’ve always pushed forward. With each challenge, our sound has evolved into something we’re incredibly proud of—something that blends the raw energy of Queens of the Stone Age and Kyuss with the spacey, psychedelic textures of Pink Floyd. It’s been a long journey building this body of work, and we couldn’t be more proud to share it with fans new and old. SweetBeast thrives on keeping things unpredictable, with odd time signatures, tempo shifts, and mood swings that keep the listener guessing.

Each track represents different aspects of life, consciousness, and the illusions we create for ourselves. This album digs deep into personal experiences and the strange journey of self-discovery. Over the last few years, we’ve found new meaning in our music and channeled that energy into these songs.

This album holds a special place in our hearts, dedicated to our late friend and mentor, Jay Scott, who believed in us from day one. Jay, a legend in the music scene who toured with bands like D.O.A. and No Means No, gave us the push we needed to keep going. His support and encouragement helped us stay the course, and we were lucky enough to have him in the music video for our track 'Illusion'. This one’s for you, Jay—until we meet again."

Due out on February 21st, 2025 from Humalien Records, 

"Illusions" can be heard in full before it officially drops via its album stream premiere below thanks to the cool folks over at Asher Media PR.

Recommended for fans of Queens Of The Stone Age, All Them Witches, Kyuss, and Alice In Chains, SweetBeast's album “Illusions” is due out on February 21st, 2025 from Humalien Records, and will be available for pre-order at https://sweetbeastrock.bandcamp.com/​

First Single - “Dream Eater” - https://youtu.be/ErLKQGlu8Qk

Digital - https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/sweetbeast/dream-eater​

Second Single - Music Video - Illusion ft. Space Queen - https://youtu.be/ApFf3TDSuf0​

Digital - https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/sweetbeast/illusion-feat-space-queen-single​

Track Listing:​

1. 70/30 - 7:57
2. Thunder - 4:01
3. Dream Eater - 5:29
4. Midnight - 4:38
5. Plastic People - 6:41
6. Illusion ft. Space Queen - 11:26
Album Length - 40:12

More info: 

SweetBeast.ca

Facebook.com/SweetBeastFuzz

Instagram.com/sweetbeastfuzz

Tiktok.com/@sweetbeastfuzz

Thanks to Asher Media PR for all of the details.

SweetBeast - Illusions (Album Review)

Release Date: February 20th 2025. Record Label: Humalien Records. Formats: DD

Illusions - Track Listing:

1. 70/30 - 7:57

2. Thunder - 4:01

3. Dream Eater - 5:29

4. Midnight - 4:38

5. Plastic People - 6:41

6. Illusion ft. Space Queen - 11:26

Members

Eric Gorzynski - Vocals/Guitar

Alex Graham - Backup Vocals/Bass

Colton Schofield - Drums

John Hermary - Vocals/Guitar

Review

Illusions is the debut album from Psych/Fuzz/Stoner Rockers SweetBeast who fuse a classic style of Blues, Grunge, Sludge and Americana vibes into their music and these guys are Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada. This record could have easily suffered from a real sense of identity crisis as SweetBeast go through multiple different styles of Heavy Rock though this album is an absolute marvel with the band crafting a subtle record that is superbly heavy and beautifully pop-centered when the mood calls for this.

With influences of bands such as Alice In Chains, QOTSA, King Buffalo and KYUSS appearing within the creative throws of the entire record, SweetBeast employ a loud, vast and desolate landscape which comes alive superbly well in the early stages of the album on tracks such as 70/30, Thunder and Dream Eater. The tracks convey a fine art of cinematic storytelling and instrumental Psychedelic jams which can be quite daring with it’s epic grooves and screeching sludgy guitars which becomes more Post-Rock, Post-Doom and Alt-Rock as time passes by. 

The vocals are rich and quite varied that are provided by band members Eric Gorzynksi (Guitar), Alex Graham (Bass) and John Hermany (Guitar). The band have their good friends Space Queen providing guest vocals on the stunning final title track and it’s really one of the genuine highlights of the whole album. As the track can be dominated by a “POPPIER” vibe without losing that Sludge/Stoner element SweetBeast expertly built up on the whole album.

Illusions is firmly rooted in both Classic Rock and Modern Rock soundscapes which allows SweetBeast to switch musical tactics throughout that allows the record to be quite a tender and emotionally charged record at point before exploding into a neverending style of Cosmic Doomed Out grooves. With a soulful Prog Rock delivery appearing on later stages of the record that resonates the most when moments of Fuzz Rock and Post-Rock appear out of nowhere and drags the album closer to the likes of ELDER, King Buffalo and WeedPecker before the record is out.

Illusions is built upon excellent production values that has a certain resemblance to the seedy backdrop of 1970’s Doomedelic Rock and the swagger of the 1990’s Grunge/Stoner Rock scene. SweetBeast have released an outstanding debut album that should see the band gain a significant following within the underground scene to make themselves more well known.

Overall, Illusions is a spectacular record that everyone should own right now.

Words by Steve Howe

Thanks to Asher Media PR for the promo.

Illusions will be available to digitally via Humailen Records from Friday 21st February 2025.

Links

SweetBeast.ca

Facebook.com/SweetBeastFuzz

https://sweetbeastrock.bandcamp.com/track/dream-eater-2

Instagram.com/sweetbeastfuzz

Tiktok.com/@sweetbeastfuzz

Canada's Doom/Sludge/Stoner Riffsters SWEETBEAST New Music Video Calls Out All The Superficial "Plastic People"

Canada's SWEETBEAST New Music Video Calls Out All The Superficial "Plastic People"

Debut Album "Illusions" Out Feb 21st, 2025

L-R - Eric Gorzynski - Vocals/Guitar, Alex Graham - Backup Vocals/Bass, Colton Schofield - Drums, John Hermary - Vocals/Guitar

Kelowna, BC, Canada's SweetBeast has a new music video to share for the track "Plastic People" in the lead-up to their forthcoming debut album "Illusions" out late February 2025. This is the third single the band is revealing off the record to follow songs "Illusion" ft. Space Queen" and "Dream Eater".

SweetBeast explains "Plastic People":

"This track critiques the superficiality of modern society, particularly the harmful effects of social media on mental health. With lines like "effects and filters, digital weapons," the song highlights how the endless stream of digitally altered images fuels feelings of inadequacy, especially in women. This cycle of comparison can lead to doom scrolling, depression, and even suicide, stripping away authenticity and turning people into hollow, "plastic" versions of themselves. By raising awareness of these devastating effects, the song encourages self-reflection and contrasts inner beauty with the hollowness of curated personas."

Watch and listen to the music video for "Plastic People" at https://youtu.be/by6W1-pNhE8​

Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3Q0p0GS​

SweetBeast's first full-length "Illusions" is a sonic exploration of shifting realities, blending heavy, distorted riffs with introspective lyrics. It invites listeners to journey inward and outward, reflecting the complex relationship between mind, sound, and reality. The record leans heavily on low-tuned guitars, swirling effects, and a tight rhythm section that creates a dense, atmospheric sound. There’s a hypnotic groove throughout, with moments of psychedelic exploration, where riffs evolve into mind-bending progressions. The songs fluctuate between creative riffs and light, airy melodies that offer a contrast, pushing the boundaries of stoner rock.

"We believe our fans will really connect with our debut album. The mix of heavy, low-tuned guitars and melodic, psychedelic riffs captures the essence of our live performances, which our audience already loves. With this album and its singles, we're aiming to give fans a fully immersive listening experience. We want them to feel transported by the deep, heavy grooves and layered, psychedelic soundscapes as if they’re on a journey through the mind or some otherworldly place. Each track is designed to pull the listener in with dynamic shifts, powerful riffs, and moments of reflection, creating a balance between intensity and space. We hope the singles offer a taste of this experience, sparking curiosity for the full album, which will be best enjoyed as a cohesive journey from start to finish. We're excited to see how they embrace it." adds the band.

Recommended for fans of Queens Of The Stone Age, All Them Witches, Kyuss, and Alice In Chains, SweetBeast's album “Illusions” is due out on February 21st, 2025 from Humalien Records, and will be available for pre-order at https://sweetbeastrock.bandcamp.com/​

First Single - “Dream Eater” - https://youtu.be/ErLKQGlu8Qk

Digital - https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/sweetbeast/dream-eater​

Second Single - Music Video - Illusion ft. Space Queen - https://youtu.be/ApFf3TDSuf0​

Digital - https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/sweetbeast/illusion-feat-space-queen-single​

Track Listing:​

1. 70/30 - 7:57
2. Thunder - 4:01
3. Dream Eater - 5:29
4. Midnight - 4:38
5. Plastic People - 6:41
6. Illusion ft. Space Queen - 11:26
Album Length - 40:12

More info: 

SweetBeast.ca

Facebook.com/SweetBeastFuzz

Instagram.com/sweetbeastfuzz

Tiktok.com/@sweetbeastfuzz

Thanks to Asher Media Relations for all of the details.​

Kelowna's SWEETBEAST Unveils Sludgy Stoner Video "Illusion" ft. Space Queen Off Debut Album "Illusions" Out Feb 2025

L-R - Eric Gorzynski - Vocals/Guitar, Alex Graham - Backup Vocals/Bass, Colton Schofield - Drums, John Hermary - Vocals/Guitar

Hailing from Canada's Okanagan Valley in Kelowna, BC, SweetBeast is gearing up to make its debut full-length "Illusions" heard by the masses this coming February 2025. Unshackling the first single "Dream Eater" this past November, they are offering the next glimpse into their pressurized sludgy psychedelic stoner rock with their new music video for "Illusion", which features vocal harmonies done by the lovely ladies of Vancouver trio Space Queen.

The album's closing track, "Illusion" captures the essence of awakening and self-discovery, with fuzzed-out guitars and emotional guitar solos that drive the message home. Space Queen's vocal harmonies elevate the song to new heights, creating a rich tapestry of sound that invites listeners to explore the depths of their realities. With its haunting lyrics and dynamic instrumentation, “Illusion” serves as both a rallying cry and a moment of introspection.

The band comments on the making of the song:

"We laid down this entire album, live off the floor, in just 2 days. Now of course there were a few overdubs that we plugged in during that weekend but by the end of the 2 days, all that was left was the mixing and mastering. We also added some special treats post-production that made the songs really pop, like vocal harmonies in the song “Illusion” done by our friends in Space Queen, and a few studio effects for added flavor. When we told the studio what we had planned to accomplish that weekend they thought we were crazy, and said it’s usually at least a week of studio time to get all those songs laid out. But we got it done and couldn’t be happier with the results."

Watch and listen to "Illusion" ft. Space Queen below

Digital pre-save - https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/sweetbeast/illusion-feat-space-queen-single​

SweetBeast's first studio album "Illusions" is a sonic exploration of shifting realities, blending heavy, distorted riffs with introspective lyrics. It invites listeners to journey inward and outward, reflecting the complex relationship between mind, sound, and reality. The record leans heavily on low-tuned guitars, swirling effects, and a tight rhythm section that creates a dense, atmospheric sound. There’s a hypnotic groove throughout, with moments of psychedelic exploration, where riffs evolve into mind-bending progressions. The songs fluctuate between creative riffs and light, airy melodies that offer a contrast, pushing the boundaries of stoner rock.

Recommended for fans of Queens Of The Stone Age, All Them Witches, Kyuss, and Alice In Chains, SweetBeast's album “Illusions” is due out on February 21st, 2025 from Humalien Records, and will be available for pre-order at https://sweetbeastrock.bandcamp.com/​

First Single - “Dream Eater” - https://youtu.be/ErLKQGlu8Qk

Digital - https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/sweetbeast/dream-eater​

Track Listing:​

1. 70/30 - 7:57
2. Thunder - 4:01
3. Dream Eater - 5:29
4. Midnight - 4:38
5. Plastic People - 6:41
6. Illusion ft. Space Queen - 11:26

Album Length - 40:12

More info:

SweetBeast.ca

Facebook.com/SweetBeastFuzz

Instagram.com/sweetbeastfuzz

Tiktok.com/@sweetbeastfuzz​

Thanks to Asher Media PR for all of the details.