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Semuta (Burials, Dark Numbers) Shares a New Single and Video for “Glacial Erratic” – New Album Incoming

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Portland, Oregon’s Semuta announces the May 24th release of its debut full-length album, Glacial Erratic, and reveals the official music video for the album’s title track, which you can see below. Pre-orders are live at the links below. Semuta is the duo of guitarist/vocalist Benjamin Caragol and drummer Ben Stoller, former members of noted Rose City bands Burials, Dark Numbers, and more. Together as Semuta, the two summon a mournful strain of sludgy post-metal, marked by enthralling songcraft and passionate execution. Watch the video now!Continue reading →


ALBUM REVIEW: Barishi – Old Smoke

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You remember the first time you heard Leviathan (Relapse Records) by Mastodon? I do. It was as if my world had shifted on its axis: a relentless display of monumental, complex power that left me unsure how to feel…except that it felt exciting, enlivening. I never thought that Vermont quartet Barishi would recreate those emotions: a great band yes, but its Harsh Stoner grooves had the intricacies without such immediate power. Suddenly, out goes vocalist Sascha Simms, being replaced by guitarist Graham Brooks and reducing the band to a three-piece. Third album Old Smoke (Season of Mist) follows. Fuck…Continue reading →