⚡ New Review ⚡ Rob W unpacks Dreamwave 'Drifter' & 'Moon Dogs' – the kinetic energy of a motorcycle plunging downhill amid a serious dose of mescaline. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/drea...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Martin unpacks Monolord 'Neverending' – plenty of signature, fuzzed-out rumble, pounding swing, and watery, psychedelic, ‘70s inspired shred. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/mono...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Mark reviews Elder ‘Through Zero’ – deceptively heavy, peppered with intense keyboards, crunching riffs, intricate, euphoric solos, and searching vocals. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/elde...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Lee B unpacks Kaiju Daisenso 'Carnivorous Aliens From Planet Terra' – Visceral and spewing venom, it gratifies that primal urge within us all. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/kaij...

⚡ Live Review ⚡ Matthew navigates the mesmerising and hypnotic soundscapes of A-Sun Amissa & Lauren Mason with support from Ancient Hostility at The Peer Hat, Manchester on 3rd March 2026. Read the review at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/live/a-sun-a... @funkynoise74.bsky.social

⚡ New Review ⚡ Mark HB dives into BEAR 'Anhedonia' EP – a focused burst of twenty bruising minutes that mixes cerebral lyrics, deft technical ability, and sledgehammer brute force. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/bear...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Harry delves into Endless Floods 'Passages' – working in a mode that pulls tension from simplicity and grandiosity, delicacy and heft. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/endl...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Mimmo unpacks Steve Austin ‘Marked Cards And Loaded Dice’ – one of the most authentic rock-country crossovers I’ve encountered thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/stev...

⚡ Video Premiere ⚡ Froglord 'Croak' – Experience the swampy fuzz-drenched sludge from the upcoming 'The Mystic Toad' vinyl repress that’s set to be released via Black Throne Productions thesleepingshaman.com/streams/frog...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Lee B dives into We Follow The Earth 'Foamdrinker' – guttural growling vocals atop a feral and unrelenting sonic backdrop. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/we-f...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Martin unpacks The Shits 'Diet Of Worms' – this monster of a record is as addictive and nuanced as it is pulverizing. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/the-... @rocketrecordings.bsky.social

⚡ New Review ⚡ Mimmo explores Timeless Afternoon – S/T – genuine eclecticism that moves fluidly between moods, influences and eras without ever losing its sense of identity. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/time...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Reza reviews Twin Serpent 'True Norwegian Blackgrass' – Blues, alt-country, blackened post-punk and cowpunk are amalgamated so effortlessly. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/twin...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Matthew delves into Haggard Cat ‘The Pain That Orbits Life’ – hypnotic guitar riffs alongside a punchy snare allow the vocals to seep into your brain. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/hagg... @funkynoise74.bsky.social

⚡ New Review ⚡ Lee explores VLMV 'There Will Come Soft Rains' – Understated, emotional, and incredible, this is, as always, simply divine. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/vlmv...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Matthew dives into Admiral Sir Cloudesley Shovell 'The Trouble With The Shovell' – a filthy, grubby sound for a modern age. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/admi... @funkynoise74.bsky.social

⚡ New Review ⚡ Mark explores Amulets 'Rem(a)inders' – a world that drifts, fades and rises in motifs that evoke a sense of stillness, quiet dynamism and reflection. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/amul...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Martin unravels Cult Of Dom Keller 'Unholy Drum' – a unique entity in the realm of psychedelic and alternative rock music. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/cult...

⚡ Live Review ⚡ A descent into immersive riffs and post-metal devastation as Matthew caught K L P S, The Grey, and Helve tearing through The Peer Hat, Manchester on 27th February 2026. Read his words over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/live/klps-20... @funkynoise74.bsky.social

⚡ New Review ⚡ Sandy delves into –(16)– ‘Forgeries Vol. 1, 1972 – 1984’ – Each track has been picked with reverence and matches up with their own sound so well. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/16-f... @thekillchainblog.bsky.social

⚡ New Review ⚡ Rob W unpacks TONS ‘Stoned Villains’ – a one-ton caliber album that is highly recommended for any sludge enthusiast. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/tons...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Mimmo explores Taxology 'A Deep Dive In The Colourful And Mysterious Garden Of Mr. Taxology' – the kind of music that shifts your inner state almost without noticing. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/taxo...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Tom unpacks Burned Up Bled Dry ‘Next Stop... Dead Stop…’ – an album that pummels listeners with a blend of grindcore, hardcore and power violence. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/burn...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Mark delves into Legbiter / Norna Split – a varied celebration of sheer, immersive heavy post-metal music that's out now via Pelagic Records. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/legb...

⚡ New Review ⚡ David unpacks Black Lung ‘Forever Beyond’ – a band that were intent on making their most polished and mature record to date. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/blac...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Renzo explores Gong ‘Bright Spirit’ – The rhythm section carries a lot of the album, and the natural progression feels organic, not forced. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/gong...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Rob W reviews Radian 'Subterfuge' – a bruising barrage of down-tuned guitar abuse. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/radi...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Lee B explores New German Cinema 'Pain Will Polish Me' – pulsating drones, intoxicating vocals, and retro shoegaze goodness flourishes freely. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/new-...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Mark HB unpacks HIRAKI & Meejah ‘Interwoven’ – Both bands bring their strengths and entwine to produce something that feels unique. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/hira...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Mimmo explores Ni Moya 'Dream, Oh Dream, Show Me The Way' – each note contributes to an overwhelming sense of calm, guiding us toward a state of quiet reflection. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/ni-m...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Sandy explores SUNN O))) – S/T – a seismic event, rattling your teeth in droning, vibrating waves. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/sunn... @subpop.bsky.social @rarelyunable.bsky.social @thekillchainblog.bsky.social

⚡ New Review ⚡ Matt dives into Ordh 'Blind In Abyssal Realms' – an engaging piece of progressive death metal that I’ll certainly be coming back to. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/ordh...

💥Album Premiere💥 –(16)– 'Forgeries Vol 1, 1972–1984' – a covers album dragged through the band’s grimy, low-slung sludge machinery and reshaped into something entirely their own. Listen now on The Sleeping Shaman at 👇 thesleepingshaman.com/streams/16-f...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Lee B unpacks Man Band 'Strong Man' – a short, sharp shock, and a pulsing, pummelling gut punch for the soul. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/man-...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Mimmo explores Acid Plato ‘Horòs’ – the soundscapes unfurl with evocative atmospheres enveloping those who listen. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/acid...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Martin delves into Melvins With Napalm Death 'Savage Imperial Death March' – They can spin off the rails at any time and plummet into a sea of unconventional noise. Read the full review over at 👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/melv... @ipecac.com @rarelyunable.bsky.social

⚡ New Review ⚡ Mark HB unpacks Benjamin Tod 'Vengeance And Grace' – beautiful, sentimental, yet cuttingly emotional and honest in the way only he can deliver. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/benj...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Matthew delves into Abrams ‘Loon’ – An absorbing and impactful album from a band who are going from strength to strength. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/abra... @funkynoise74.bsky.social

⚡ New Review ⚡ Lee B explores Gnod 'Chronicles Of Gnowt Vol.1' – surging, pensive drones, moody minimalist ambience, and stripped-back electronica. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/gnod...

💥Video Premiere💥 Alunah ‘La Pucelle’ – a powerful first glimpse into the band’s next chapter, taken from their new split with Samavayo, out 5th June via Heavy Psych Sounds. Watch now on The Sleeping Shaman at 👇 thesleepingshaman.com/streams/alun...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Martin delves into Squeaky Bones ‘The Magnolia Sessions’ – It’s dark, it’s weird, and it’s all delivered with conviction as the vocals careen from an anguished howl to a hopeful croon. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/sque...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Reza explores Poly-Math 'Something Deeply Hidden' – Instrumental proggy rock that’s excellently performed and crafted by all four members. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/poly...

⚡ Live Review ⚡ A night of crushing resonance and mournful doom as Matthew witnessed Bell Witch & Aerial Ruin perform Stygian Bough alongside 40 Watt Sun at Rebellion, Manchester on 9th Feb 2026. Read his words over at 👇 thesleepingshaman.com/live/bell-wi... @funkynoise74.bsky.social

⚡ New Review ⚡ Mark HB digs into Chris Emmert 'The Magnolia Sessions' – Continuing the high bar Emery has set, introducing yet another talented, passionate singer to a wider audience. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/chri...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Liam unpacks The Neptune Power Federation 'Mondo Tomorrow' – sweet stop-start riffs fed through a wall of gnarly, sputtering fuzz. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/nept...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Mark HB explores Ten East & SoftSun 'Turned To Stone Chapter 10' – both entities have distinct identities that subtly set them apart, showing the thought that went into this release. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/ten-...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Lee B delves into Dälek 'Brilliance Of A Falling Moon' – A triumph of an opus that’s relevant, antagonistic, and driven by inequality. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/dale... @ipecac.com @rarelyunable.bsky.social

⚡ New Review ⚡ Martin delves into Night Child 'Darkened Grid' EP – pummeling d-beat hardcore and death metal meet melodic, Thin Lizzy dual-lead rock and roll. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/nigh...

⚡ New Review ⚡ Reza unpacks mclusky ‘i sure am getting sick of this bowling alley’ – a creative outlet to experiment outside of their post-hardcore and noise-rock sound. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/mclu... @rarelyunable.bsky.social

⚡ New Review ⚡ Sandy delves into Azken Auzi ‘Infernua’ – bulldozing brawn, a fanatical worship of the riff, mesmerising power and dense atmospheric shrouds. Read the full review over at The Sleeping Shaman👇 thesleepingshaman.com/reviews/azke... @thekillchainblog.bsky.social