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Full disclosure there is in no way I can present an unbiased opinion about Roadburn. This is my seventh straight year and I’m gifted a much greater amount of privilege than the average attendee. I’ve earned lifelong friendships. It’s become more than just a music festival for me. It’s a second home for five days out of every year. I’m allowed to work alongside other extremely talented and hard-working photographers and for a limited time at the beginning of every set I’m granted the best spot in the house. For me music is my safe space vs photography which is my special interest.Continue reading
Baltimore krautrock duo, Darsombra, have just shared an official video for “Shelter In Place.” It is taken from their 2023 album, Dumesday Book, which the Crucial Blast record label has re-issued as a limited edition double cassette box set. This all comes just a few days before a seven week tour of Europe and the UK for the two-piece. The run starts at Roadburn 2024 in Tilburg, Netherlands on April 19th, and includes spots at Desertfest London and EOM25 fest. It also sees Darsombra hit their first shows in Poland and Ireland. Keep reading below for more information.
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After touring heavily across North America in 2023, in support of their Dumesday Book album, Baltimore duo, Darsombra, have announced a plethora of new tour dates. This includes some special events and festivals, such as Roadburn, Exile On Mainstream 25, Desertfest, film and music gathering Sleeping Giant Fest. Keep reading below for more information.
Roadburn has added thirty new bands to the bill for 2024, including several special commissioned performances which are the hallmark of this festival. In addition, to HEALTH performing on the main stage for the first time, Kavus Torabi, Ragana Royal Thunder Birds In Row, Body Void, Darsombra, Sunrot, Thantifaxath, are among the new artists for the fest. You can see or extensive coverage of Roadburn 2023 here. See the full new list below and buy tickets at the link below.
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Desertfest London proudly welcomes the legendary Suicidal Tendencies to their 2024 event as Roundhouse headliners. Celebrating 40 years since their genre-defying first album, prepare to have your mind Institutionalized! Whilst Desertfest remains synonymous with showcasing the best of stoner, doom and psych for over twelve years, Suicidal Tendencies’ headlining performance will add a new dimension to the festival, bridging the gap between the punk and metal scenes that have inspired countless bands worldwide. Other bands added to the bill include Ozric Tentacles, Cancer Bats, Bongripper, Mondo Generator, Nightstalker, Ashenspire, and more. Taking place Friday 17th May – Sunday 19th May 2024, and weekend tickets now on sale.
Psychedelic Rock duo Darsombra caught up with Keefy of Ghost Cult to discuss their recent release “Dumesday Book”. The long-running Baltimore band just wrapped up an astounding run of tour dates, and discussed their songwriting style, a breakdown of the album track-by-track, their favorite concept albums, and our mutual love of Shadow Woods Metal Fest!
With Desertfest Berlin announcing its first batch of 2024 bands just last week, sister event, Desertfest London, has followed suit. Taking place May 17th – 19th, the UK festival has kicked off its lineup with Masters Of Reality, Godflesh, Monolord, Acid King, Ufomammut, Brant Bjork Trio, Goblinsmoker, Mantar, and more. Find the full update of artists in the article below.