What we know so far is that the Covid-19 virus cannot stop
the love of music. It will not infect our bandcamp brotherhood or hold us back
on sharing our favorite albums. F-you Corona Virus, Bandcamp Bonanza remains
healthy and immune to your bull shit. Dig in guys!
TWIN WIZARD – GLACIAL GODS Twin Wizard bring an element of melody and groove that was not as prominent in Telekinetic Yeti. Rather than bludgeon us to death with brute volume, Twin Wizard casts a rather catchy rhythm and melodic grit sounding as if The Sword and Red Fang reunited as long-lost brethren riffing under prehistoric fields of craggy peaks and perilous skies.
TIME RIFT – ETERNAL ROCK Eternal Rock wastes no time in showing off its high-end prowess. Soaring with molten melody and hard-driving hook, the rhythm maintains riffy groove and the “hey heys” and “yeah yeahs” leave heads rolling and boots stomping.
ROOKIE – ROOKIE As much classic rock as it is alt country. Smooth and catchy with clever songsmithing through and through. I wouldn’t expect anything less for a band on the Bloodshot Records roster.
MIRACLE GLASS COMPANY – MGC2 Discovered these guys via another kick ass rock band’s recommendations link on their bandcamp page. This is indeed old school rock and roll for the soul beaming with progressive hook and enticing groove. Imagine Thin Lizzy and the Beatles decided to go on tour with Steve Miller and a combined trio of noise.
THE BURNING BRAIN BAND – THE BURNING BRAIN BAND This really burns my brain in a groovy infectious way. The tempo is hypnotic with a dynamic aura of influences and progressive musicianship through and through. Favorite track: Brain Food.
WØR PIGS– BEASTS WØRPIGS troop onto the aural battlefield with bludgeoning fuzz,robust vocals and a chilling atmosphere looming with divinity. Beasts is winning the war on riffs and doing so in style.
SUGAR VIRUS – WOLF’S BREATH We gave this out as a freebie over at Doom Charts last week and boy was it a hit. For whatever reason I never gave this the attention it deserved when released despite the rave reviews from folks I know in the underground circles. This is the perfect combination of hardcore punk rock meets modern stoner doom. And much like the classic heavy albums it incorporates both heavy and soft throughout for a complete album full of highs and lows and excellent musicianship. Cool vinyl options still available too.
HIGH GRAIN – HIGH GRAIN EP High Grain bring a progressive and melodic heavy rock output to the forefront. At times a bit raspy, others spacey, and overall downright bad ass, this 'Demo EP' is better than most full lengths on the market today in the genre. Favorite track: While the Karma sleeps.
WAILIN STORMS – ONE FOOT IN THE FLESH GRAVE While I found these guys via their preorder for upcoming album and killer track ‘Grass” streaming, I went down the rabbit hole and blew my own mind with how awesome this band is. There is an underlying twang thumping beneath the dark and doomy goth giving these guys a leg up in the realm of grunge meets punk with the other foot firmly planted in a grave of beefy tone and somber texture. The Doors meet The Misfits at the funeral of 16 Horsepower.
COLTRE – UNDER THE INFLUENCE What a refreshing debut EP loaded with traditional proto-metal riffs and high-end precision. The guitars chop and vocals soar in the vein of Dio era Rainbow. Any fan of old school metal should appreciate this one.
THE GONERS – GOOD MOURNING Last but certainly not least The Goners with their debut full length album are about the make some major waves. Comprised of members of Salem’s Pot and the Swedish band Yvonnne,and offered up by the cult label Riding Easy Records.The best part of waking up is wake-and-baking up to a heavy psychedelic beach van tone,swirling with a rowdy swagger and occult vibrations. For those that could never fully get into Salem’s Pot, perhaps The Goners are your bag. For those that love Salem’s Pot well, you’ll find a hard time not enjoying this new project just as much if not more.
-The Huntsman
