MERLOCK – ONWARD STRIDES COLOSSUS
Next up we’ve got some sludge, some doom, some stoner and some psychedelic goodness for ya! It’s the new album ONWARD STRIDES COLOSSUS by the Spokane, Washington, USA three named MERLOCK!
Steve Howe stated: “Onward Strides Colossus is boosted by excellent production values and with them having a slightly DIY approach, Merlock are fast becoming an essential part of the Underground Doom, Sludge and Stoner Metal scenes. This is a first rate album packed full of many different twists and turns to delight the most jaded of music fans with. Merlock has released one of the first and must have essential albums of 2023.”
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Their own words: “Exploring gloomy realms, MERLOCK produce imposing soundscapes that embrace the murky depths. Seeing multiple genres converge, MERLOCK manifest a compelling doom, psychedelic and stoner mix in the new record Onward Strives Colossus.
“Onward Strides Colossus is a sort of “hero’s journey” set in a posthuman, postdoom atmosphere. Sonically and lyrically, it explores cycles of death and rebirth, notions of hell, and of self-actualization. Seeking truth is the primary urge of the album, and that urge becomes, at times, colossal, which is where the name comes from. Heady pretension aside, the album is also very much about the three of us building this monstrosity that is Merlock. Writing albums, touring, failure & victory — all of those intense experiences that continually shape and reshape us as people. We all had to grow into new, more powerful versions of ourselves to create this album. We know the colossus doesn’t stop here.” — Taylor D. Waring
Introducing the release is “Sovereign Throne”, a groove rhythm powered track with a bluesy side. Lead guitars emerge out of the shadows with bright intricate solos that interweave. An injection of energy sees the pace increase and elevates the music as the vocals soar above. “Behold the Sword of Lock” brings an aggressive onslaught seeing harsh vocals combined with noisy guitar tones to unleash a fully immersive sound. MERLOCK pull out all the stops with the album’s title track. Eerie, droning fuzz and wandering vocals evoke a haunting, otherworldly air. Playing with dynamics, the tracks builds up into explosive rhythmic guitars and percussion — “Onward Strides Colossus” delivers a powerful and impressive impact. “
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