Releases – November 2023

Ever since the cloaked Pacific Northwest band appeared on the music radar, UADA has always been electrified by both polar worlds. Their echelon was stark and meaningful. Within the stretch of 3 albums as well as dense and triumphant live shows across the globe, they have not only spiked the map of extreme metal music, but their unrelenting touring schedule an unbridled will to push forward into new horizons has also earned them a reception in all the extremes imaginable, be it worship or spite.5 sonic ...

Ever since the cloaked Pacific Northwest band appeared on the music radar, UADA has always been electrified by both polar worlds. Their echelon was stark and meaningful. Within the stretch of 3 albums as well as dense and triumphant live shows across the globe, they have not only spiked the map of extreme metal music, but their unrelenting touring schedule an unbridled will to push forward into new horizons has also earned them a reception in all the extremes imaginable, be it worship or spite.5 sonic ...

Eight years following their debut LP “Charnel Passages” (one of the most anticipated death metal debuts of current death metal cannon), US-via-UK abyssic death metal contingent CRUCIAMENTUM have finally emerged with their sophomore LP “Obsidian Refractions” set for release on Nov 24.Now more commanding than ever with a formidable new lineup, “Obsidian Refractions” seesCRUCIAMENTUM deliver their most advanced, demanding and overpowering work yet. Taking everything in the band’s death metal paradigm to the next sonic measure beyond anything the band have previously released, “Obsidian ...

Eight years following their debut LP “Charnel Passages” (one of the most anticipated death metal debuts of current death metal cannon), US-via-UK abyssic death metal contingent CRUCIAMENTUM have finally emerged with their sophomore LP “Obsidian Refractions” set for release on Nov 24.Now more commanding than ever with a formidable new lineup, “Obsidian Refractions” seesCRUCIAMENTUM deliver their most advanced, demanding and overpowering work yet. Taking everything in the band’s death metal paradigm to the next sonic measure beyond anything the band have previously released, “Obsidian ...

Emerging in 2015 with a uniquely hostile brand of war charged death metal, Virginia’s LEFT CROSS quickly established themselves as a merciless live act seemingly incapable of restraint. Forging and refining their sound over several releases, LEFT CROSS continued their relentless assault while losing none of their murderous intent. Now veterans of countless campaigns, LEFT CROSS returns to unleash their sophomore effort, “Upon Desecrated Altars”, under the banner of Profound Lore Records.A cacophonous offering, “Upon Desecrated Altars” joins grotesque melodies with an inhuman vehemence ...

Emerging in 2015 with a uniquely hostile brand of war charged death metal, Virginia’s LEFT CROSS quickly established themselves as a merciless live act seemingly incapable of restraint. Forging and refining their sound over several releases, LEFT CROSS continued their relentless assault while losing none of their murderous intent. Now veterans of countless campaigns, LEFT CROSS returns to unleash their sophomore effort, “Upon Desecrated Altars”, under the banner of Profound Lore Records.A cacophonous offering, “Upon Desecrated Altars” joins grotesque melodies with an inhuman vehemence ...

Sophie Lloyd is one of the most prolific guitarists on the world wide web, a trailblazer who is redefining the concept of a “bedroom” guitarist. A talented composer and accomplished musician, Sophie graduated from the prestigious BIMM in 2018 with a First Class Honours BMus in Popular Music Performance, honing and refining a talent she has nurtured since childhood.Since then, she has amassed the kind of following that even the guitar gods she grew up idolizing would be envious of, with a reach surpassing 3 ...

SOLD OUT Sophie Lloyd is one of the most prolific guitarists on the world wide web, a trailblazer who is redefining the concept of a “bedroom” guitarist. A talented composer and accomplished musician, Sophie graduated from the prestigious BIMM in 2018 with a First Class Honours BMus in Popular Music Performance, honing and refining a talent she has nurtured since childhood.Since then, she has amassed the kind of following that even the guitar gods she grew up idolizing would be envious of, with a reach ...

It was not only in Brittany that progressive rock bands went under the radar in the 1970s. This was the case with the New Zealand quintet Dragon, born in 1972 in Auckland. Author of two albums released by Vertigo, certainly appreciated by amateurs, the group unfortunately did not meet with the expected success in its country of origin, which led it to emigrate to Australia from 1975. From there, they would spin the perfect love with the kangaroo public and the rest of the world ...

A cult album of Norwegian progressive rock, Stolen From Time by Popol Ace, finds a new lease of life on Musea Records.Popol Ace is a progressive rock band from Norway which had its heyday in the 1970s. The band formed in 1972 as Popol Vuh, but changed their name in 1975 to avoid the confusion with the German group of the same name, which practiced more experimental and cosmic music.The influencesStolen From Time is an ambitious and varied album, which testifies to the richness ...

Flaming Youth, a short‐lived British rock band, released a concept album in 1969 called Ark 2, which tells the story of humanity fleeing a burning Earth and setting out to conquer space. The French label Musea Records has just reissued this album on CD, which is the first major recording by future Genesis drummer Phil Collins.2023 digisleeve edition, 2 bonus tracks.01 Guide Me, Orion 3:1602 Earthglow 2:5203 Weightless 2:3704 The Planets 12:4705 Changes 5:4806 Pulsar 3:0507 Space Child 5:1008 In The Light Of ...

Under The Sun is the follow‐up to the amazing Roots and still contains some absolutely essential Nucleus material. Originally released on Vertigo in 1974, Under The Sun has never been reissued and of course those original copies are now very difficult to compose. Like all Nucleus discs, it has aged ridiculously well and this remastered Musea reissue shows why it deserves to be in press again.1 In Procession 2:522 The Addison Trip 3:533 Pastoral Graffiti 3:284 New Life 7:015 A Taste Of Sarsaparilla 0:406 ...

The complete recordings from the mysterious British psychedelic pop group the 23rd Turnoff. Originating from the ashes of Liverpool Merseybeat band the Kirkby’s, they feature cult singer‐songwriter Jimmy Campbell, who penned all the songs. However, with only one majestic, albeit commercially unsuccessful single to their name, they were destined into obscurity ‐ only to be discovered later thanks to these rescued acetate recordings. Michael Angelo: The Complete 1967 Recordings presents the thirteen tracks originally released in 2004 in gloriously restored format, along with a couple previously ...

Nick Frater’s 11th studio album, “Bivouac,” emerges as a sophisticated pop masterpiece in his prolific discography. Embarking on a thematic journey, it encapsulates the quest for solace in a woodland sanctuary amidst post‐industrial Britain. Drawing melodic echoes from Bacharach, Tillbrook, McCartney, and Rundgren, Frater’s songcraft resonates deeply, particularly with devotees of Ram and Wizard a True Star. Across 23 impressive tracks, “Bivouac” adeptly melds power‐pop, orchestral‐pop, and prog intricacies, serving as a testament to Frater’s creative dedication. Embracing an ambitious collaborative spirit, he unites with melodic‐rock luminaries ...

From the alliance of Medicine Head’s John Fiddler and MOTT gave birth to a formidable new entity: British Lions. Their self‐titled debut secured a spot on the US charts—a notable accomplishment amidst the punk wave of 1978. Now, in this ‘roaring’ edition remastered by Prof. Stoned, every riff and lyric of their dynamic album pulsates with newfound vitality. This comprehensive release includes a 12‐page booklet, offering insight into the band’s journey, along with revealing demos and a bonus disc capturing a historic moment from their acclaimed ...