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G̱a̱mksimoon’s All-Natural Rock ’n’ Roll
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G̱a̱mksimoon’s All-Natural Rock ’n’ Roll

The Ts’msyen musician, formerly known as Saltwater Hank, returns with a sprawling, hard-riffing record that explores the thrilling power of the natural world.

How Truck Violence Became Montreal’s Latest Hardcore Success Story
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How Truck Violence Became Montreal’s Latest Hardcore Success Story

Rising experimental hardcore outfit Truck Violence are set for a breakout year. Guitarist Paul Lecours and bassist Chris Clegg tell us about their new record and the enduring power of doing things yourself (with a little help from your friends).

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Fairfield Circuitry Placeholder Review

The Québec-based effect builders release an enchanting, transformative analog reverb.

Sunn O))) Celebrate the Beginner’s Mind
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Sunn O))) Celebrate the Beginner’s Mind

The legendary drone-metal duo returns with a self-titled album that turns the clock back to their earliest days. Amid the guitars, amps, and mountain-moving volumes, the project’s beating heart is the same: the friendship between guitarists Greg Anderson and Stephen O’Malley.

Portrayal of Guilt Go Deeper Into the Darkness
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Portrayal of Guilt Go Deeper Into the Darkness

The genre-bending Texas trio have always embraced the shadows. On their new record, they sink further into the sounds of sadness while testing the boundaries of black metal.

Man with sunglasses and a guitar poses joyfully next to a Marshall amplifier outdoors.
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Freak From the Woods: King Tuff’s Triumphant Return to Tape

Kyle Thomas, a.k.a. garage-rock royalty King Tuff, left Los Angeles and moved back to the woods of Vermont. Before he did, he broke out his old Tascam tape machine and recorded Moo, his most fun collection yet.

Four people pose together among greenery in a dimly lit forest setting.
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Chicago's Ratboys Lean Into a Feeling

On their new album, the indie-rock quartet opted for honesty. Guitarists Julia Steiner and Dave Sagan tell us why we should all try Singin’ to an Empty Chair.

Two men seated at a bar, deep in thought, with a green wall and windows in the background.
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Why Jason Narducy and Michael Shannon Are Touring R.E.M.'s Iconic Albums

With the help of a crew of veteran players, film star Shannon and guitarist Narducy are taking the music of the iconic Georgia band out on the road.