Mad Flows Grishnackh

Artist: Mad Flows Grishnackh
Album: Africkvlt II - Temple of the Suns
Genre: ambient, noise
Label: http://www.myspace.com/ungluedrecords

Second ambient release that Dom aka "Mad Flows Grishnackh" aka therealfezmania aka a bunch of other pseudonyms has put out. The release strays between ambient and noisey sections (dark ambient?). It does more of the stuff people liked on the last one and less of the stuff people thought was fucking annoying. Most reviews so far have been fairly positive and I promise no one will sue you if you download it.

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Kultur Shock

Artist: Kultur Shock
Album: We Came To Take Your Jobs Away
Genre: Gypsy Punk
Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/kulturshock

Kultur Shock are perfect if you want chaotic music. These guys specialize in alternative Balkan music. If you like Gogol Bordello, then you'll absolutely love these guys. They've toured with Gogol Bordello, and their live shows are crazy. They're like punk rock, traditional Balkan, and their own special blend of crazy. Notable tracks on this album are God Is Busy, May I Help You?, Istanbul, Duna, and Gino Loves You for the specific reason that it's a hilarious song. Put these guys in your CD player, crank it up to 11, and just plain rock out!

Tracklist:
1. God Is Busy, May I Help You? (3:22)
2. Tango La Victoire (4:08)
3. Duna (3:37)
4. Zumbul (6:11)
5. Gino Loves You (2:02)
6. Istanbul (4:19)
7. Poor Man's Tango (4:02)
8. Nano Mi Hermano (4:03)
9. Sarajevo (3:54)
10. Hashishi (6:29)

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Th' Legendary Shack Shakers

Artist: Th' Legendary Shack Shakers
Album: Pandelirium
Genre: Psychobilly
Band Website: http://www.cockadoodledont.com/

Th' Legendary Shack Shakers are a psychobilly band that will blow your mind. They sound like punk rock music had ravaging buttsecks with bluegrass. They're in the same vein as Rev. Horton Heath, who just so happens to play guitar on a few of these tracks. The album mixes punk, folk, polka, and hillbilly influences to create their frantic music. It is said that they have a pretty wild stage performance as well. These guys have surely made a name for themselves in this genre. Notable tracks are Ichabod!, Somethin' In The Water, and Monkey On The Doghouse.

Tracklist:
1. Ichabod! (3:15)
2. South Electric Eyes (2:46)
3. No Such Thing (3:34)
4. Iron Lung Oompah (3:10)
5. Bottom Road (2:07)
6. Somethin' In The Water (2:48)
7. Gipsy Valentine (3:29)
8. Thin The Herd (1:37)
9. Monkey On The Doghouse (2:01)
10. The Ballad Of Speedy Atkins (2:19)
11. Bible, Candle And Skull (3:00)
12. Nellie Bell (2:42)

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Maps & Atlases

Artist: Maps and Atlases
Album: Tree, Swallows, House
Genre: Indie, Math Rock
Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mapsandatlases

Maps & Atlases is a math rock band from Chicago, Illinois. They sound similar to their influences Don Caballero and Hella. The guitarwork is crazy good. They're technical and yet easy to listen to. The vocals are a bit iffy, but they sound typical of the indie style. They're currently not under any label, so this album was a self-release put out on January 10 of this year. If you like technical guitars with progressive time-signature changes, this music is perfect for you. They're better than I expected them to be.

Tracklist:
1) Everyplace Is A House (3:58)
2) The Most Trustworthy Tin Cans (3:58)
3) The Ongoing Horrible (2:05)
4) Big Bopper Anthems (4:42)
5) Stories About Ourselves (3:45)
6) The Sounds They Make (1:31)
7) Songs For Ghosts To Haunt To (4:08)

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Reverend Bizarre

He was dragging the cross to the Place of Skulls
Through the crowd that mocked him with all different ways
Under the heavy burden he cried for help
He looked at my eyes, I spat on his face!












Artist: Reverend Bizarre
Album: III: So Long Suckers
Genre: Doom Metal
MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/reverendbizarre

Reverend Bizarre was a Doom Metal band comprised of three members - Sir Albert Witchfinder (vocals/bass), Peter Vicar (guitars), and Earl of Void (guitar/drums). The trio performed a few hoeavy, slow Traditional Doom Metal in the veins of Black Sabbath and Pentagram. They formed in 1995 and have put out two EPs and three full albums, III: So Long Suckers being the latest. Sadly, III: So Long Suckers is their final release, as Reverend Bizarre is disbanding after its release. Please enjoy this final album from the lords of doom.

Tracklist:
1. They Used Dark Forces/Teutonic Witch - (29:05)
2. Sorrow - (25:19)
3. Funeral Summer - (11:41)
4. One Last Time - (15:38)
5. Kundalini Arisen - (4:25)
6. Caesar Forever - (15:43)
7. Anywhere Out Of This World - (25:32)
8. Bonus Track - (2:35)

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Mogwai

Artist: Mogwai
Genre: Post-Rock
Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mogwai

Mogwai is the legendary post-rock band from Scotland. Their music has become a staple in the post-rock sound and community. The band, formed in 1995, have been influenced by bands such as Slint, My Bloody Valentine, and Joy Division. Their albums hold true to the post-rock tradition of gradual crescendos and dynamic contrasts. Mogwai's sound also includes melodic bass lines and use of guitar distortion and effects to create atmosphere. These albums are some of the best. While Mogwai is not as heavy as Mono in many respects, they are still one of the best post-rock bands that I've heard.

Young Team (1997) - Download
Kicking a Dead Pig (Remixes) (1998) - Download
Come On Die Young (1999) - Download
Happy Songs For Happy People (2003) - Download

King Crimson

Frame by frame (Suddenly)
Death by drowning (from within)
In your, in your analysis.






















Artist: King Crimson
Albums: Discipline (Red), Beat (Blue), Three of a Perfect Pair (Yellow)
Genre: Progressive Rock
MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/officialkingcrimson

King Crimson is perhaps one of the most influential Progressive Rock bands in existence. Started by Robert Fripp in 1969 (Fripp has been the only member of the band to remain with the group through its entirety), the group's sound has evolved over its 35-year span from basic rock with heavy jazz influence in its early stages to an impressive experimental progressive rock group, flush with incredible musicians and improvisations. The three albums Discipline, Beat, and Three of a Perfect Pair were created from 1981 to 1984 using a line-up of Robert Fripp on guitar, Adrian Belew on vocals and guitar, Tony Levin on bass guitar and Chapman Stick, and Bill Bruford on drums and percussion, and is perhaps the group's best line-up. The material produced in these three albums with this line-up is the most experimental of the band's music, and is pure ear candy.

Album: Discipline
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Tracklist:
1. Elephant Talk – (4:43)
2. Frame By Frame – (5:09)
3. Matte Kudasai – (3:47)
4. Indiscipline – (4:33)
5. Thela Hun Ginjeet – (6:26)
6. The Sheltering Sky – (8:22)
7. Discipline – (5:13)

Album: Beat
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Tracklist:
1. Neal and Jack and Me – (4:22)
2. Heartbeat – (3:54)
3. Sartori in Tangier – (3:54)
4. Waiting Man – (4:27)
5. Neurotica – (4:48)
6. Two Hands – (3:23)
7. The Howler – (4:13)
8. Requiem – (6:48)

Album: Three of a Perfect Pair
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Tracklist:
1. Three of a Perfect Pair – (4:13)
2. Model Man – (3:49)
3. Sleepless – (5:24)
4. Man With An Open Heart – (3:05)
5. Nuages (That Which Passes, Passes Like Clouds) – (4:47)
6. Industry – (7:04)
7. Dig Me – (3:16)
8. No Warning – (3:29)
9. Lark's Tongues in Aspic Part III – (6:05)

Mono

Artist: Mono
Genre: Post-Rock
Website: http://www.mono-jpn.com/

Mono is a legendary Post-Rock band from Japan. Their sound epic, with hard, heavy sections and soft, gentle, serene intros and interludes. Walking Cloud And Deep Red Sky, Flag Fluttered And The Sun Shined is the heavier of the two albums I'm posting, but both albums are amazing. Under The Pipal Tree focuses mainly on layered guitar melodies. My favorite tracks from these albums are Mere Your Pathetique Light, Karelia (Opus 2), 2 Candles, 1 Wish, and Lost Snow. I guarantee you'll find something you like from these Post-Rock giants.

Under The Pipal Tree (2001) - Download
Walking Cloud And Deep Red Sky, Flag Fluttered And The Sun Shined (2004) - Download

Porcupine Tree

Let's sleep together, right now. Relieve the pressure, somehow. Switch off the future, right now. Let's sleep forever.

Review from drownedinsound.com -

"After forming two decades ago as an excruciatingly elaborate joke, Porcupine Tree have somehow become one of the most devastatingly poignant progressive rock bands around today. In what is essentially one continuous piece of music split into six movements, their ninth studio album holds a bleak perspective of modern society, telling a story of a desolate future through a teenager’s eyes.

Kicking off with the chaotic, mesmeric title track, their intent is apparent from the get-go. Carefully picked guitars give way to swirling synthesizers and irrepressible syncopations but ultimately the anxious candour of the lyrics cuts right through it all. The Hertfordshire-based four-piece have never been the cheeriest of souls but while a couple of more sanguine tracks were always hidden amongst the shadowy underworld they painted in recent tour de forces In Absentia and Deadwing. There is nothing like that here. There is no respite from this doom and gloom.

Some outstandingly gentle, string-laden melancholy can be found in ‘My Ashes’ and ‘Sentimental’ has delicate, otherworldly qualities to it, but the cornerstone of the album is the snarling beast that is ‘Anesthetize’. At nearly 18 minutes it manages to reach majestic peaks of devastating sonic grandeur shortly after the twinkling opening where Steven Wilson’s plaintive vocals intensify his brooding lyrics and add a cold frisson to the already menacing atmosphere. A rare cameo from Rush guitarist Alex Lifeson is lovely but easily missed with so many imposing and spectacular climaxes found here.

Fear Of A Blank Planet is a lonely and ambiguous tale fearing for the future, spoken softly against a complex arrangement of symphonic swirling guitars and absolutely watertight drumming. The result is an often crushingly heavy masterpiece that has true meaning with or without the music. It’s a rare thing these days but Porcupine Tree seem able to do it time and again. This album is no exception."

Fantastic album. Listen to it or I beat you, 'kay?

Artist: Porcupine Tree
Album: Fear Of A Black Planet
Genre: Progressive Rock
MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/porcupinetree

Track Listing:
1. "Fear of a Blank Planet" – 7:28
2. "My Ashes" – 5:07
3. "Anesthetize" – 17:42
4. "Sentimental" – 5:26
5. "Way Out of Here" – 7:37
6. "Sleep Together" – 7:28

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- Your Friendly Neighbourhood Steel Lord

Isengard

Artist: Isengard
Album: Vinterskugge
Genre: Black Metal
Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/isengardfrozenorway

Isengard is a Black Metal band from Norway brought to you by Fenriz of Darkthrone. Vinterskugge is a compilation album of his songs since Isengard's creation in 1989. The sound is raw, and the quality isn't that great, but I find that the songs are catchy. Plus, there's a hell of a lot of songs, so you're sure to find at least a few songs that you like.

Tracklist:
1. Vinterskugge (5:15)
2. Gjennom Skogen til Blåfjellene (5:51)
3. Ut i Vannets dyp Hvor Morket Hviler (4:19)
4. Dommedagssalme (5:06)
5. In the Halls and Chambers of Stardust - The Crystallic Heavens Open (2:33)
6. Fanden Lokker til Stupet (Nytrad) (2:43)
7. Naglfar (5:29)
8. Thy Gruesome Death (2:16)
9. Deathcult (1:55)
10. Rise from Below (3:12)
11. Dark Lord of Gorgoroth (2:26)
12. Trollwandering (Outro) (1:29)
13. The Fog (early 1991) (4:35)
14. Storm of Evil (6:02)
15. Bergtrollets Gravferd (5:31)
16. Our Lord will Come (5:48)

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Devin Townsend

So just shut your face and take a seat
Because, after all, you're just talking meat
...And music? Well, it's just entertainment, folks.













Artist: Devin Townsend
Album: Terria
Genre: Progressive Metal
MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/devintownsenddtb

Devin Townsend is the lead singer and guitarist for Strapping Young Lad. While SYL is Townsend's heavy, angry side, his solo work portrays a much more soft, thoughtful side, showcasing some of the best progressive metal around. Townsend's vocal abilities have been showcased by many, including Steve Vai. This is his fourth (and, in my opinion, best) solo album, Terria, released in 2001. Notable tracks include Earth Day, Canada, and Tiny Tears.

Tracklist:
1. Olives – (3:21)
2. Mountain – (6:32)
3. Earth Day – (9:35)
4. Deep Peace – (7:34)
5. Canada – (6:53)
6. Down and Under – (3:43)
7. The Fluke – (7:16)
8. Nobody's Here – (6:54)
9. Tiny Tears – (9:12)
10. Stagnant – (5:25)
11. Humble (Bonus Track) – (5:30)

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Gogol Bordello

Artist: Gogol Bordello
Album: Gypsy Punks: Underdog World Strike
Genre: Gypsy Punk/Folk
Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/gogolbordello

Tracklist:
1. Sally
2. I Would Never Wanna Be Young Again
3. Not A Crime
4. Immigrant Punk
5. 60 Revolutions
6. Avenue B
7. Dogs Were Barking
8. Oh No!
9. Start Wearing Purple
10. Think Locally Fuck Globally
11. Underdog World Strike
12. Illumination
13. Santa Marinella
14. Undestructable
15. Mishto!

I bring you Gogol Bordello! This is a gypsy punk group fronted by Eugene Hutz, a Ukrainian immigrant, and backed by a whole slew of immigrant musicians. The band features upbeat songs, with a kind of "punk rock meets folk" feel. Dominant instruments include accordians, violins, and even a fire bucket! The music itself is punk, but later in the album Hutz starts to show his heavy Spanish influence. You really need to see these guys live to get the full experience.

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Ensiferum

The era of total chaos will arrive.
Men shall flee in fear.
My name will haunt their mortal souls.
I'll burn their flesh and I'll crush their bones.











Artist: Ensiferum
Album: Victory Songs
Genre: Viking Metal
MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/officialensiferum

Ensiferum is a Viking Metal band from Helsinki, Finland. The group formed in 1995 with original vocalist and guitarist Jari Maenpaa, and released two albums, Ensiferum and Iron before Jari left for his own side project, Wintersun. Now with new vocalist and guitarist Petri Lindroos, the group is back in action to bring you their latest effort, Victory Songs. Notable tracks include Deathbringer from the Sky, One More Magic Potion, and Victory Song.

Tracklist:
1. Ad Victoriam – (3:10)
2. Blood is the Price of Glory – (5:17)
3. Deathbringer from the Sky – (5:10)
4. Ahti – (3:55)
5. One More Magic Potion – (5:22)
6. Wanderer – (6:32)
7. Raised by the Sword – (6:10)
8. The New Dawn – (3:42)
9. Victory Song – (10:38)

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Edge of Sanity

Artist: Edge of Sanity
Album: Crimson
Genre: Melodic Death Metal
Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/edgeofsanity01

Edge of Sanity pushes the envelope with this release. Crimson is a single track of 40 minutes in length. But this isn't 40 minutes of repetitive riffs. It's almost like it's a compilation of ideas woven together. The song starts out slow, picks up pace, kicks into high gear with catchy riffs, then slows down again for the outro. The song features several guests including Mikael Akerfeldt on backing vocals during one part of the song. My personal favorite section is at about 12:40. For fans of Melodic Death Metal, this album is a staple in anyone's collection.

Tracklist:
1. Crimson (40:01)

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Freedom Call

Forever in a land of grace and glory
My soul is free of pain
And the children tell us stories
That harmony remains












Artist: Freedom Call
Album: Stairway to Fairyland
Genre: Power Metal
MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/callforfreedom

Freedom Call is a Symphonic Power Metal band from Germany. The group formed during an off-period for drummer Dan Zimmermann's main band, Gamma Ray. The group recorded their first album, Stairway to Fairyland, in 1999, and made their official debut in France as a support band for the touring Edguy and Angra. Overall, Freedom Call is Symphonic Power Metal at some of its best - the synth is an integral part, but the lack of a high soprano keeps them seperate from Visions of Atlantis or Nightwish and puts them in the ranks with some of Power Metal's greatest. This is their first album, Stairway to Fairyland. Notable tracks include Tears Falling, Graceland, and Holy Knight.

Tracklist:
1. Over the Rainbow – (5:51)
2. Tears Falling – (5:37)
3. Fairyland – (5:28)
4. Shine On – (5:42)
5. We Are One – (4:54)
6. Hymn to the Brave – (3:59)
7. Tears of Taragon – (6:54)
8. Graceland – (5:34)
9. Holy Knight – (5:00)
10. Another Day – (5:51)

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