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Russian Stoner/Doom metal band Astrosail release new album “Целое”

Having gathered in 2015, already in 2016 the band released their debut EP “Океан”. After a few gigs in cult Moscow underground clubs, the band took a break and came back in 2023 with a new album “Целое”.

“Целое” is a concept album, and have the central idea is unity, in the broad sense of the word. Past and future, inner and outer, material and spiritual. As one of the songs of the album says: “the parts are not so important, only the indivisible matters”. Each song on the album is imbued with the idea of the unity of all things, slowly leading the listener to this idea.

The track “Здесь”, which opens the album and was released as a single. This song is about being present in the now, not in the past or the future, about realizing yourself in the moment. The band plans to release a music video for this song early next year.

After a two-year break they went on an expedition to the Altai Mountains in Russia and it is there that they realize how their next album should sound, what it should tell about. Having got out of noisy cities and being alone with nature, the concept of the album was born by itself – Unity, in the broadest sense of the word. The album title was chosen right away – “Целое” (Whole).

The sound of the album is aggressive, but at the same time enveloping. This is due to the occult and almost church-like vocal lines, which act as an additional instrument to create atmosphere, rather than taking a central role in the mix. In this sound, in this atmosphere, it seems to them that they have found theirselves and it is in this direction that they plan to work further.

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/intl-pt/album/2zyMF7UkoQ23z0zynNlphZ

“Целое”: https://band.link/astrosail_whole

Detective Frog Unleashes Debut Album ‘Vol. 1’ on Halloween, a Desert Rock Odyssey Like No Other!

Prepare to enter a musical dystopia like no other as Detective Frog unveils their debut album, Vol. 1, on this Halloween, October 31st, 2023. 

The stage is set for a macabre masterpiece, the perfect auditory elixir to accompany your Halloween festivities.Detective Frog’s debut album is the culmination of the Las Vegas trio’s remarkable journey, marked by a whirlwind of attention and acclaim from media and fans alike. With each single release, from “Pale Teeth” to “Invisible Man” to “The Blob,” the band has carved a path through the music world, leaving an indelible mark with their unorthodox sound and magnetic energy. This debut album is the triumphant result of their relentless pursuit of musical innovation and their ability to capture the hearts and ears of an ever-growing audience.

 Vol. 1 is a chilling descent into the very heart of their enigmatic minds. It’s the kind of album that transports you to an abandoned drive-in movie theater, where the echoes of rebellion and twisted romance resound through the night. Desert Rock and Garage Rock collide in a feverish cacophony, creating a sound that defies conventions and pushes the boundaries of rock music.

Much like their previous offerings, “The Blob” and “Invisible Man,” the album is a fearless exploration of sonic landscapes. Detective Frog continues to redefine the genre, proving that they are not your typical rock band. Their audacious experimentation and genre-defying sound solidify their reputation as sonic mavericks, pushing the limits of musical innovation.



Vol. 1 is available now on all major streaming platforms, promising a journey through time and sound that is nothing short of immersive. Detective Frog invites you to embrace the eerie and surreal, making this Halloween a truly unforgettable one. With Detective Frog, there are no rules—only electrifying revelations.



Vol. 1 stands as a testament to their fearless approach to music, showcasing their evolution from a local sensation to—dare we say it?—a national phenomenon in the making. Dive headfirst and experience a new era of rock music that is as wild as it is unpredictable.

About Detective Frog
Welcome to the sandstorm stirred by Detective FrogJacob RiddleBill Lizard, and Ricky Business—emanating from the sinful grounds of Las Vegas. Imagine Queens of the Stone Age jamming with Ween in a haunted theater, attended by The Cramps and Misfits as raucous spectators. Jacob emanates enough machismo on chords to captivate the screaming hordes of the band’s fans, the self-anointed, ‘Froglodytes.’ Ricky’s drumming radiates enough anarchic energy to earn a firm nod from Dave Lombardo. Bill is the backbone, picking with enough technical proficiency to warp his guitar into Dali paintings.They’ve stormed smokey punk bars and witches’ festivals, tearing through songs like “Pale Teeth” and “Mummy Dearest,” culminating in the masterpiece “Phantom of the Community,” set to headline their Halloween 2023 album, Vol. 1. Each single is a scene from a movie Tarantino wishes he directed—a punk rock Pulp Fiction.You’re standing at the crossroads: will you turn back to the mundane or step into the surreal? Follow Detective Frog. Ride this hallucinogenic wave before it becomes a tsunami.

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(review) Stoned Jesus – ‘Father Light’ (Season of Mist)

Ukrainian Stoned Jesus played in my hometown in club Prostor about eight or nine years ago, I can’t remember exactly which year. Now, they released new six song material, first for Season of Mist. This band is specific mixing melody, lots of melody with doom metal sensibility and some stoner and even psychedelic song parts. Now, I must admit that I am not an avid fan of such music, but this band does it perfectly with mixing that old school Sabbath melodic vibe and haunting atmosphere with more modern aspects of doom. Vocalist/guitarist Igor Sydorenko’s voice reminds me a lot of Ozzy Osbourne in couple of song parts with color of voice and way of singing. My personal favorites are doomy ‘Season Of The Witch’, but also the title song and ‘Thoughts And Prayers’ with that catchy chorus with great harmonies on backing vocals with main vocal melodic lines. But, all of the songs are just superb to listen to and this album has no fillers and does not get boring for one second. Go check this one out!

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