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New Green Lung album coming in September. One to look out for.
Update from the album promo:
A monumental portrait of the power of nature over the dreams and dominion of humankind, 𝕹𝖊𝖈𝖗𝖔𝖕𝖔𝖑𝖎𝖙𝖆𝖓 is also a grand celebration of the occult lore, heavy music scene and Magnificent Seven Cemeteries of our birthplace as a band, the city of London.Necropolitan - GREEN LUNG
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New post: Nuclear Blast dives into tabletop gaming with Riffs & Realms series https://moshville.co.uk/news/2026/01/nuclear-blast-dives-into-tabletop-gaming-with-riffs-realms-series/ #BeastInBlack #Conjurer #GreenLung
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Castle Rat – The Bestiary Review
By Saunders
New York’s Castle Rat generated buzz off the back of their impressive slab of fantasy-inspired doom rock featured on 2024s Into the Realm. A fuzzy, female-fronted doom act with sword and sorcery shtick and a theatrical, unabashedly old school bent, the debut featured tight, infectious songwriting and enough retro flair and heavy metal swagger to rise above the familiar, throwback nature of their craft. Of course, the debut had its detractors, with their theatrical antics, coupled with a not especially original sound, failing to match the hype for some listeners enamored with the heavily populated throwback doom rock/metal scenes. Striking while the iron’s hot, Castle Rat return in quick time with sophomore album, The Bestiary. A quickfire turnaround is a welcome thing, though creates a sense of trepidation of rushed work. Riley Pinkerton (aka The Rat Queen) and her fellow minions return full of fire and ready to cast their doomy spell for the second time.
Castle Rat hit the ground running with their warm and cozy retro sound intact, albeit featuring a livelier, louder and more propulsive reiteration of the sound established on the debut. Whether listeners find their whole deal too gimmicky or not, it’s tough to doubt the authenticity and passion for their chosen style. Castle Rat channel a ’70s psychedelic haze, prominent Black Sabbath influence, and share surface similarities with acts such as the underrated and enchanting Purson, and modern stoner doom merchants Green Lung. The Bestiary is an altogether harder-hitting and boisterous entity compared to the debut, jacking up the NWoHM and fantasy-inspired bombast for extra crunch. “Phoenix I” unfurls in a slow-burning, dramatic and deliberate fashion, setting the scene for Pinkerton and co to unleash their full fury.
The Bestiary’s increased gallop and fiery guitar work ignite around the poppier sensibilities and smooth central doom grooves and prevalently catchy vocal hooks. Although not the most distinctive frontwoman in the biz, Pinkerton’s silky vocal hooks and confident, commanding delivery continue to a key focal point. Right out the gate, Castle Rat stockpile big-hitting rockers, courtesy of the bluesy doom swagger and earworm hooks of rollicking gems, “Wolf I” and “Wizard.” “Siren” keeps the good times rolling, employing tense rhythmic builds and seductively sinister vocals to cast its spell. There is an easy-to-like simplicity and infectiousness to Castle Rat’s songwriting that shines when the band’s craftsmanship is at its best. Dialing up the epic-ness and adding extra crunch and pepper creates a burlier, higher-octane effort. Within the rowdier experience, Franco Vittore (aka The Count) belts out some blazing solos, while lending doomy weight to straightforward rockers (‘Serpent, “Dragon”) and a grinding, ominous touch to “Unicorn.” Castle Rat’s willingness to experiment outside their comfort zone results in an adventurous, though mixed bag. The softer material nails mysterious, foreboding atmospheres and changes pace, though these shorter pieces are generally less engaging than the album’s rockier fare.
Amidst The Bestiary’s endearing and infectious songwriting, drawbacks appear, tainting an otherwise enjoyable opus. The bricked mastering and loud production detract from the music’s warmth and endearing charms. This issue is felt in numerous areas. The drums lack punch, the mix is squashed and muddied, while dynamic shifts, such as acoustic forays, or the noisy, climactic cacophony on “Unicorn” and “Sun Song” are sapped of their power, dulling impact. Another notable change from the debut is the increased runtime, climbing to nearly fifty minutes, in contrast to its predecessor’s refreshing efficiency. There are momentum drops and pacing issues. These factors and the front-loaded nature of the album contribute to bloat. An intro, outro, mid-album instrumental piece (“Path of Moss”) and three decent, acoustic-driven folkier tunes have their merits but combined contribute to pacing issues and overall padding.
Into the Realm was an impressive debut outing, signaling Castle Rat as a fresh force pedaling retro and fantasy-clad doom to strong effect. The Bestiary marks an ambitious, solid, if flawed follow-up. Significant production concerns and the aforementioned pacing issues, bloat, and an uneven backend detract from an album that reaffirms Castle Rat as a talented band with old school values and a vision to diversify their formula with intriguing results. While not everything hits the mark, there is still much to unpack, some killer tunes, and fun to be had. Hopefully Castle Rat can channel their creativity into a more consistent, tighter effort next time round.
Rating: 3.0/5.0
DR: 3 | Format Reviewed: 2304 kbps (Lossless)
Label: Blues Funeral Recordings
Websites: bandcamp | Facebook
Releases Worldwide: September 19th, 2025#2025 #30 #AmericanMetal #BlackSabbath #BluesFuneralRecordings #CastleRat #DoomMetal #GreenLung #HeavyMetal #NWOBHM #Purson #Review #Reviews #TheBestiary
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Gig Review: Satan’s Satyrs / Unto Others / Green Lung – The Garage, Glasgow (20th February 2025)
On a crisp evening in Glasgow, the air was thick with anticipation as fans gathered for the much-awaited Heathen Neverland show, featuring the formidable acts of Unto Others and Green Lung. The
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#TesseracT, #Leprous, #GreenLung and #Sungazer among others announced for this year's #ArcTanGent. Tempting 😬
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Sergeant Thunderhoof – The Ghost of Badon Hill [Things You Might Have Missed 2024]
By Saunders
Back in 2022, a sneaky filter piece alerted me to the existence of UK progressive, psych-drenched stoner rock/metal band Sergeant Thunderhoof and their wonderfully written fourth album, This Sceptred Veil. It nabbed a well-deserved spot on my year-end list, remaining in solid rotation since its release. November 2024 saw Sergeant Thunderhoof return with their highly anticipated follow-up to that game-changing album. Dropping midway through the month, conceptual album The Ghost of Badon Hill took a few listens to sink its teeth in. Meanwhile, as the year rapidly drew to its conclusion, it didn’t quite garner the level of attention it inevitably deserved to properly consider for list season. With their signature style and inventive songwriting on full display, Sergeant Thunderhoof delivered a finely crafted offering and differing beast to its immediate predecessor.
Despite its epic, slightly bloated length, This Spectred Veil was a more immediate, punchy album, featuring epic progressive compositions and a swaggering, hard-rocking immediacy, particularly on such boisterous, rollicking numbers as “Devil’s Daughter,” “Woman Call,” and “Show Don’t Tell.” In comparison, The Ghost of Badon Hill is a more subdued, measured affair, exemplified by brooding, slow-burning opening cut “Badon,” a haunting, acoustic heavy offering that builds satisfyingly to a sludgy, psych-doom-addled climax. It’s the kind of tune that takes a handful of listens to fully appreciate, rewarding repeat listens. “Blood Moon” contains a similar vibe to the straightforward rocking material from This Spectred Veil. Groovy, punchy riffs, emotive leads, and a typically gritty, yet soulful singing performance from immensely talented frontman Dan Flitcroft defines another well-crafted, hooky rocker in the Thunderhoof repertoire. “Salvation for the Soul” demonstrates their bread-and-butter knack of throwing down thick, burly stoner-doom riffs, fat grooves, and irresistible hooks within tightly coiled, progressive frameworks.
Conceptually delving into the history, mysticism, and folklore of Somerset (set in the 4th Century AD), The Ghost of Badon Hill possesses a darkly enchanting, melancholic atmosphere, dripping with their trademark moody and emotive delivery. Sergeant Thunderhoof’s muscular progressive tendencies amidst the album’s restrained approach, are given platforms to gradually unfurl and develop on the stirring longer form epics (“The Orb of Octavia,” and heart-wrenching closer “Beyond the Hill”). Shifting effortlessly through dynamic arrangements, moods and textures, earwormy hooks, and melodies are never far from the surface, as skilled musicianship, excellent vocals, and exemplary guitar work cuts deeply. The highs may fall short of its predecessor, however, The Ghost of Badon Hill wins points for its interesting concept, cutting emotional resonance, and compact duration (sporting a significantly shorter runtime than This Spectred Veil). Each song comes uniformly well-constructed, nuanced, and deceptively infectious.
The writing is never less than engaging and the hooks penetrate deeper with subsequent listens. Following initial reservations, The Ghost of Badon Hill developed into an increasingly addictive listen, a genuine grower, demonstrating the band’s continued growth and maturity and standing tall alongside higher profile contemporaries, such as Green Lung. The Ghost of Badon Hill is a richly rewarding platter of groovy, proggy, emotive delights, reinforcing Sergeant Thunderhoof as an elite and unappreciated heavyweight in the hazy realms of psychedelic, progressive and stoner-influenced rock/metal.
Tracks to Check Out: “The Orb of Octavia,” “Salvation for the Soul,” “Sentinel”
#2024 #GreenLung #HeavyRock #PaleWizardRecords #ProgressiveMetal #Review #Reviews #SergeantThunderhoof #StonerMetal #TheGhostOfBadonHill #ThingsYouMightHaveMissed2024
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Right now is the time you need to hear MAXINE, WITCH QUEEN by #GreenLung :
