"The Asteroid has Landed": INTERVIEW with Robin and Johannes of Asteroid & SONG PREMIERE of "Wolf & Snake"

The Asteroid has landed with new album “III”, it has been almost 7 years since their well-renowned second album ‘II’ was released and the band are back with their most polished, solid record to date. For well over a decade, Asteroid, one of the scenes leading lights in the heavy psych community and with a sound firmly rooted in the hard-hitting field of stoner rock the third instalment in Asteroid’s spectacular ascendancy is a hugely diverse record and shows the advanced musicianship between the band, blending all kinds of stoner rock and fuzz.

This is a band who are firmly on the rise to the top and know exactly how to get there. Armed with one of the best releases of 2016, Jake Wallace caught up with band for a quick interview and if that wasn’t enough we have an exclusive stream of “Wolf & Snake”, which you can stream and share at the end of this article. 

SL: Hi guys, thanks for taking the time to do this interview. How are you guys doing today?

Robin & Johannes: Hey! Well actually I'm a little bit sick at the moment, got a bad cough after the last tour. But it's getting better so next week it's buissiness as usual.

SL: Your new record 'III' is a phenomenal album as I highlighted in my review for The Sludgelord. The first thing I’d like to ask is how the idea for the artwork came about?

R & J: Thank you very much, we are very proud of how it turned out. The art work for the album was put together by the amazing Mr Jerker Josefsson, who also worked with us on our new merchandise. We were throwing around ideas for the cover and came up with a couple of different concepts. This being one of them and actually the first one we tried. The photo turned out so good we didn't even try the other ideas...

SL: Can you give an overview on the main thought process for the album and which direction you wanted to take the music in comparison to your second album?

R & J: There has never been a main thought behind any of the albums. As soon as two or three songs come together, the rest of them sort of come natural and fill in the gaps of what we think is needed to make an album feel complete. It's very important that an album has a flow to it, ups and downs, ins and outs.

SL: Who were your main musical influences for the style of the songs on 'III'?

R & J: Hehe, I think we have the same influences as we've always had, we've just gotten better at making the songs sound the way we want them to.

SL: How do the songs usually come about? Does it begin with a guitar riff or do the lyrics set the theme for the music?

R &J: It can be any number of things. A guitar riff, a drum beat or a lyric. My phone is full of 10 second riffs or just me humming something. It can come from anywhere. I've used lines my friends and family say for lyrics and some have started from a beat I got from a machine. Most of “II” was written when I worked with Elvis at a printers standing across from an old cast-iron machine doing different rhythmic patterns. The mind starts to make up fun stuff when you do something monotonous.

SL: Was it a difficult process to write and record this album or did you find it to be manageable?

R & J: A bit, yes. We didn't have as much time to write and rehearse the songs as we did with “II”. So we had to do things a little different this time. The last song was actually written and recorded when everything else was already done. We have our good friend Mr Philip Saxin, who mixed and mastered the album, to thank for making it sound as good as it does! But it was hard work getting it done in time for sure.

SL: Asteroid is now a very well-known name in the world of stoner/fuzz rock, did you ever think you would achieve such recognition?

R & J: When me and Johannes started the band back in 2004 we didn't think much more of it than any other time you've started a band when drunk. So now, almost 12 year later, it feels very cool to still be able to make music that people find enjoyable. We never thought we would end up where we are today.

SL: What is the music scene like in Sweden? Were there many other bands playing similar music when you were first starting out?

R & J: When we started we were kind of the "odd man out"... Only a hand full of bands in Sweden were doing similar stuff and it was tough getting people to understand what the hell we were doing. When people don't understand something, they tend to get a bit uncomfortable, so it took some time o find our audience.

SL: What has been your most memorable gig/festival to date and where would be the ultimate venue to play?

R & J: Well that's a hard one... I remember one gig when we first started out, playing at a high school senior dance. Talk about being out of place! The weird ones always stand out. Utimate venue... Hm, hard to say. I like it when people dance and sing along to the songs, so I guess anywhere where people are happy and enjoying themselves.

SL: What bands are you guys listening to at the minute? Who is the hottest talent in the genre today?

R & J: Well our friends in Blues Pills are great, Dorian was kind enough to lay down a solo for the album. Uncle Acid & The Dead Beats are good to, as well as Kadavar. Not to mention the darling lads in Limestone Whale, whom we spent the last couple of weeks on tour with.

SL: What is the future for the band? Where do you see yourselves in 5 years time?

R & J: I guess we'll keep making music and exploring what we can do, keep moving forward. We'd love to be able to do this for a living, but as you know that's not easy these days. We've started booking for next year and we're gonna try to visit a lot more places we've never been. And new music is on the horizon as well. But first we 're gonna spread the gospel of Asteroid “III”.

SL: Cheers for taking the time to chat, I wish you guys all the best in the future!

R & J: Thanks, it's been a pleasure. All the best to you all.

The End

Band info: facebook

TRACK PREMIERE: Blues Rockers Captain Crimson "Remind" us how to rock

 

With an established and impeccable reputation that started back in 1995, Small Stone Records, the self proclaimed dealers in the finest in fuzz rock, continue to churn out gold standard releases some 21 years later, not bad when you consider the label was started with a loan of $5000 and a desire to put out record by his friends.

 

The label continues to put out approximately 10 to 12 new releases a year and many of his bands keep busy touring schedules, therefore a band could consider them fortunate to taken under the wings of this truly great label.  One such band is Captain Crimson, a band dealing in the kind of badass blues rock that has made their peers and fellow Swedes, Graveyard, Witchcraft, and Blues Pills household names within the underground doom scene.

 

Formed in 2010 by vocalist Stefan Lillhager, formerly of Blowback, Captain Crimson draws inspiration from the classic sounds of The Groundhogs, Blue Cheer, Jethro Tull, Cactus, and Emerson, Lake & Palmer, meeting heavy boogie head-on with a modern swagger that has carried over to their latest and third album, “Remind”, which will serve as their first for Small Stone Records.

 

“Remind” will be released on October 14th, 2016 on CD, digitally and limited edition vinyl and preorders of the record are available here. Today at The Sludgelord in association with our friends at Earsplit PR we are debuting another new cut to remind you how much you need this band in your life.  Check out “Black Rose” below



“Remind” CD//DD//LP track listing:

1). Ghost Town

2). Bells From The Underground

3). Love Street

4). Black Rose

5). Money

6). Drifting

7). Remind

8). Let Her Go

9). Alone

10). Senseless Mind

 Band info: facebook

ALBUM REVIEW: Blues Pills - "Lady In Gold"

By: Dominic Walsh

Album Type: Full Length
Date Released: 29/07/2016
Label: Nuclear Blast

The second album test has been passed by Blues Pills. It’s more polished and not as raw, but ultimately, this is a great record.

‘Lady In Gold” CD//DD//LP track listing:

1. Lady In Gold (4:31)

2. Little Boy Preacher (3:35)

3. Burned Out (4:33)

4. I Felt A Change (3:57)

5. Gone So Long (4:17)

6. Bad Talkers (3:11)

7. You Gotta Try (3:39)

8. Won't Go Back (3:56)

9. Rejection (3:34)

10. Elements And Things (4:52)

The Review:

Ever since the good folks at The Sludgelord sent me “Devil Woman”, the debut EP from Blues Pills, I've been a fan and loved following the band. In tried and tested cliché fashion, could Blues Pills overcome the difficult second album syndrome?

In short, yes. There are a few things that set “Lady In Gold” back though. Immediately, the production is far more polished and the album lacks the fire that their debut carried. For me, this is a double edged sword; I understand the band wanting to progress in their craft and to make that step up and I feel that they have sacrificed a little in their quest to step up. 

Whilst that sounds very critical, “Lady In Gold” is still a superb record and definitely one that grows with each listen. Elin Larsson’s vocals are still completely amazing. “Gone So Long” sees her vocal range in full flow. The track builds and builds with the guitars and drums pulsing throughout before a fiery solo from the super talented Dorian Sorriaux to end. “Little Boy Preacher” is a soulful slice of rock with angelic backing vocals adding to the sound of the band. The choirs are used again on “Burned Out”. This does give the album more of a retro feel which Blues Pills do pull off so well.

“You Gotta Try” has that blues swagger that has made Blues Pills so popular. Sultry vocals and a filthy guitar line make for a real hip shaker of a tune. Tony Joe White's “Elements And Things” is an absolutely superb, driving cover to close the album. The track has been a part of the bands live set for a while so it's great to hear it committed to record. 

One of the main highlights of the album is the piano based ballad, “I Felt A Change”. It is every inch a hippie style anthem that many a great singer would love to sing. If Adele had recorded this, the music media would swoon. It is a beautiful song that shows the change that Blues Pills have gone for perfectly.

The second album test has been passed by Blues Pills. It’s more polished and not as raw, but ultimately, this is a great record. Live, Blues Pills are an irresistible proposition. Check them out on their tour in support of this album. 

‘Lady In Gold’ is available now

Band info: facebook

Dead Feathers - "Dead Feathers" EP (Review)

By: Victor Van Ommen

Album Type: EP

Date Released: 26/02/2016

Label: HeviSike Records

“Dead Feathers” DD//LP track listing:

1). With Me

2). Night Child

3). Color Exhaustion

4). Horse & Sands

The Review:

Dead Feathers have been hanging around the retro-rock circuit for a little while now. In August of last year they made the scene with a digitally released EP that slowly turned the heads of music fans and labels alike. Rumor has it that a full-length is on its way but in the meantime HeviSike Records has grasped the opportunity to give this digital EP the vinyl treatment.

In four songs and twenty minutes, Dead Feathers serve up an interesting take on 70’s influenced psych-blues. At face value, the initial comparison to Blues Pills is one that’s easily made but not entirely accurate. Writing Dead Feathers off as a copycat band would not be giving them their due. The main difference between these two bands is how they control energy. Where Blues Pills bursts at the seams with fervor, Dead Feathers keeps things mellow.  

Mellow is good. Marissa Allen’s soothing, subtle vibrato is the secret weapon on this EP, coloring in the hypnotic push provided by the band. She creates a particular tension, inviting the listener to get lost, but the band never goes off the rail like the aforementioned Blues Pills. Instead, when the tension finally does break, it’s confined to the shadow of the dreamy production, presumably in an attempt to keep the vibe alive. This is a fairly unique way to control atmosphere and if Dead Feathers are able to play this out and hold the attention for a full-length album then they’re going to be a band to watch out for this year.

“Dead Feathers” is available here

Band info: bandcamp || facebook

Live Review: Blues Pills @ Club Academy Manchester, 24th April 2015

Blues Pills’ popularity has soared over the past year, a band with a relatively small discography (2 EP’s, a full length and a live album) under their belts; they have captured an audience with their funky fresh take on blues rock. With so much success early on in their career, living up to the expectation for their second album could prove tough; however judging by the musical talent they have already showcased, I have every faith. From their first EP ‘Bliss’ I developed an insatiable addiction to Blues Pills, tonight that addiction is satisfied with a dose of the Sweden based quartet playing live in Manchester.

Blues Pills have a noticeable mass appeal, the crowd tonight varying in age and from what I can gauge from the array of band shirts, musical taste also. From Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin fans all the way to Cannibal Corpse, its evident this is an undeniably likeable band offering something for everyone, and it’s easy to see why. Coming on stage with real energy and vigor, they kick things off with ‘High Class Woman’ the opening track off their self-titled album. The rumbling groovy bass lines along with phenomenal bluesy guitar work from Dorian Sorriaux, provides the perfect accompaniment to Elin Larsson’s powerhouse vocals. Blues Pills have crafted a vintage style of music but with a fresh modern twist that doesn’t replicate bands of their ilk, they play effortlessly tonight with ease and confidence, consequently a feel good atmosphere circulates around the room (doesn’t hurt that it’s a Friday night either!) 

Their biggest hit, ‘Devil Man’ is met to a rapturous reception as Larsson’s vocals truly shine. Not to detract from the other band members who are all exceedingly talented, the spotlight is on Larsson, whose rich soulful vocals and enrapturing stage presence is utterly captivating. Making jangling a tambourine look extremely cool, it’s almost impossible to pay attention to anything else but her. Predominantly  playing songs from the ‘Blues Pills’ album, the crowd is familiar with the majority of their set, ‘Ain’t No Change’ and ‘River’ go down particularly well. My personal favorite ‘Little Sun’ is played in the encore, emotional, powerful and downright soulful; it’s a spellbinding conclusion.  

Blues Pills brought their tremendous records to life tonight, a high energy enchanting performance that left the crowd in high spirits and ready to continue their Friday night festivities elsewhere. 

Words by: Heather Blewett

Blues Pills - 'Blues Pills Live' (Album Review)

Album Type: Full-Length

Date Released: 20/3/2015

Label: Nuclear Blast Records

‘Blues Pills Live’ CD//DD//LP track listing:

1. High Class Woman 5:44

2. Ain't No Change 8:35

3. Bliss 4:42

4. Dig In 6:32

5. Black Smoke 7:42

6. Time Is Now 3:48

7. No Hope Left For Me 4:15

8. Devil Man 4:56

9. Astralplane 5:11

10. Little Sun 6:57

Blues Pills is:

Elin Larsson | vocals
Dorian Sorriaux | guitars
Zack Anderson | bass
André Kvarnström| drums

Review:

If you don’t already know Blues Pills then I’m not sure how you landed at The Sludgelord. Perhaps you Googled something like “pills for my blues”? If so, then read on because Blues Pills are just that. At this point in time, the band has a 7”, two EP’s, a live album, and a full length under their belt, making them one helluva busy band. And just when you thought they were getting comfortable riding the wave of last year’s full-length, they’ve given us another pill to swallow, “Live at Freak Valley.” If you’ve been a fan of their blues-infused retro rock up until now, then you’ll love –absolutely love – this album.

“High Class Woman” starts things off fervently and with reckless abandon. The high octane rock n’ roll that the band has been touring Europe with constantly is presented here all at once. The next hour of music that unfolds runs through fan favorites like the drum-driven “Astralplane,” an extended version of “Black Smoke,” and the obvious “Devil Man.” There is no let-up, no mercy; just plain ol’ good times with loud rock n’ roll music. The musicianship stands at the forefront and Blues Pills are selling it well, be it with Larsson’s growling, and yes, sexy, delivery in “Time is Now,” or how “Bliss” demonstrates a masterful handling of the wah pedal. This may just be the closest you’ll get to that magical night at Madison Square Garden when Led Zeppelin laid down their Song Remains The Same set. Yeah, I may be overselling it a little bit, but if you already dig Blues Pills you’ll understand what I’m getting at.

In short, Blues Pills was on fire at Freak Valley and demonstrated that they’re not only good on record but their live act is also one to witness. On stage, they handle their instruments with finesse but they would not have gotten so far if it weren’t for their songs. Between all that guitar masturbation and hippy freak outs, there are verses and choruses that flow beautifully into one another. Their debut album encapsulated the song writing of the band accurately and its this live set where you can hear these kids put their money where their mouth is. Go see Blues Pills live, it’s worth it, but if you can’t wait then throw this album on your turntable.

Words by: Victor van Ommen

‘Blues Pills Live’ is available everywhere now

For more information:

www.bluespills.com | www.facebook.com/bluespills | www.nuclearblast.de/bluespills

The Sludgelord News: BLUES PILLS | BAND RELEASE TRAILER DETAILING FORTHCOMING LIVE RELEASE

The multinational and enchanting BLUES PILLS are set to release a new live album on March 23rd in the UK. The album will be titled simply Blues Pills Live and today sees the release of a trailer detailing the album: http://youtu.be/iSu2Y7Zd_X0 

The album was recorded during the band's headline show at last year's Freak Valley Festival, which marked a special event for the group:

"To the lovely freaks, Freak Valley creators, our dear friend Jens Heide,

For us this moment and this day was really special. It felt like all the puzzle pieces came together up until one moment, this experience at Freak Valley festival. This was our first ever appearance at Freak Valley and our first ever headline show on an outdoor festival. We've known about Jens and his freaks for a long time. He gave the name to our band and been supporting us since day one, before our demos where public or even recorded, before when there was only a young and naive dream of playing for any crowds or getting record deals, before we even played a single show - before devil man even was written and before the band was fully formed, before when it was just the beginning of an idea. This show is a magical moment for us - this is where the circle connects with its other half. This record will only be released on vinyl and cd - the cover is made by our favourite artist Marijke Koger-Dunhamn. Recorded LIVE at one of Europe's coolest and loveable festivals of our time - FREAK VALLEY FESTIVAL . Thank you freaks, Freak Valley pioneers and Jens for this experience and for your support. We won't forget, ever.

Love - BLUES PILLS"

BLUES PILLS Live will be released March 23rd via Nuclear Blast.

BLUES PILLS recently announced that they have been confirmed to perform at Ramblin' Man Festival 2015. Get your tickets:  http://www.ramblinmanfair.com.

Web:  nuclearblast.de
Facebook:  facebook.com/nuclearblasteurope 
Twitter:  @nuclearblasteu
Instagram:  @nuclearblasteurope
YouTube:  youtube.com/user/NuclearBlastEurope

Source: Nuclear Blast UK

The Sludgelord News: BLUES PILLS - announce special & limited live album!

Multinational blues rock stars BLUES PILLS have announced to release a special and very limited live album, entitled Blues Pills Live.

The album was recorded during the band's headlining show at last year's Freak Valley Festival which marked a special event for the group. With releasing 'Blues Pills Live', they say thank you to the person and festival that paved the way for what is today known as the hottest new band in classic/blues rock - BLUES PILLS.


BLUES PILLS Live will be released March 23rd, 2015 via Nuclear Blast. The album will be out on vinyl in various colours and available from the Nuclear Blast store: www.nuclearblaststore.co.uk and also sold as a lavish digibook CD. No digital version will be made available. The release will be strictly limited and won't be reprinted once it is sold out.

The stunning artwork by Marjke Koger-Dunham (THE BEATLES, CREAM) who also created the cover for the incredibly successful self-titled debut album can be found below.

More on BLUES PILLS:

'No Hope Left For Me' video: http://youtu.be/iV9XFldAi7w
'Jupiter' lyric video: http://youtu.be/R5Evh8E3_oIOfficial 'High Class Woman' music video: http://smarturl.it/BLUES-PILLS-WomanSelf-produced 'Gypsy' video: http://youtu.be/AFaqK1VShtkAcoustic street performance of 'No Hope Left For Me': http://ow.ly/zJLWy
BLUES PILLS UK Tour:
22.04. UK London - Islington Academy
23.04. UK Cardiff - The Globe
24.04. UK Manchester - Club Academy
25.04. UK Dublin - Voodoo Lounge
27.04. UK Belfast - Limelight 2
28.04. UK Glasgow - Cathouse
29.04. UK Nottingham - Rescue Rooms
30.04. UK Bristol - Bierkeller

www.bluespills.com | www.facebook.com/bluespills | www.nuclearblast.de/bluespills

Source: Nuclear Blast UK

Live Review: Black Wolf / The Vintage Caravan / Blues Pills. Manchester Academy 3. 12/11/2014

Entering any venue to hear the glorious tones of Warren Zevon being played is a joy; knowing that you have some of the most exciting young bands around to see as well, just adds to the growing atmosphere at Manchester Academy 3. A mixed clientele of younger rock fans yearning for the seventies and those elder statesman looking for a flash of their glorious heyday's, steadily filled the room as the crowd awaited the arrival of the first band; Black Wolf.

Immediately the tone was set by the band, as the five piece band noodled into their opening number. The band found their stride early doors as they channelled the spirit of some of the best classic rock bands of yesteryear (think Free / Bad Co / Lynyrd Skynyrd). The track was met rapturously and the band continued to plough through a plethora of groove laden traditional rock tracks with excellent energy. During 'Relief' the band worked the crowd very well with pulsing tempos and stellar work on the crowd participation front.

As a warm up act; brilliant!

Again, Manchester was representing themselves well with an almost full room for the first band on a three band bill. It's always good to see and makes the atmosphere that little bit better.

The Vintage Caravan are a band that fellow Sludgelord writer, Phil Weller, had informed me about before. Their spot on the bill was my first foray with the band. For the 45 minutes or so they had been allotted they exuded energy and played the lion share of their 2014 release; ‘Voyage’. Mixing driving rhythms with progressive passages and some superb soloing, the amount of beer glasses being raised as the set progressed, grew and grew. Their energetic and emotive performance was up tempo and blistering as the crowd swelled further, ready for the main act of the night.

Blues Pills took the stage in low key fashion, ripping immediately into ‘High Class Woman’ from their debut album. It’s chugging bass line powered the track into an early extended jam which set the tone for the evening. Such is the prowess of the band; they have the ability to take their already masterful compositions in directions they fancy. The band delivered a large portion of their excellent debut album throughout the set, along with a great cover of Tony Joe White’s ‘Elements & Things’. As well as a great cover version, another highlight of the set included Elin Larsson tearing the roof off the venue with an impassioned and soaring vocal on ‘Devil Man’. Its howling introduction and Sabbath style riff was riotous and joyous in equal measure. The band returned to close out their set with a lengthy version of ‘Black Smoke’; another devilishly good helping from the bands debut album. Guitarist Dorrian Sorriaux showed his astounding ability throughout the evenings set, however ‘Black Smoke’ gave him a platform to show the tender side of his playing, as well as the pure fire he can create.

All three bands on the bill for this tour still have plenty to prove, and will continue to progress. Black Wolf sounded tight and proved to be an astute opening act. Nuclear Blast has two great hopes on their roster in the form of The Vintage Caravan and Blues Pills. It was a privilege to witness all the bands’ performances in the cosy surroundings of Manchester Academy 3.

Words by: Dominic Walsh

ALBUM REVIEW: Blues Pills - "Blues Pills"

By: Marc Gaffney

Album Type: Full Length

Date Released: 25/7/2014

Label: Nuclear Blast

Do yourself a favor and get this album and put on your headphones and let it take you musically on a safari of heartache, essence, guitar solos and a rhythm section that can swing and sway with the best of them.

‘Blues Pills’ CD/LP/DD track listing:

1. High Class Woman 4:28

2. Ain't No Change 4:58

3. Jupiter 4:06

4. Black Smoke 5:09

5. River 4:23

6. No Hope Left For Me 3:53

7. Devil Man 3:06

8. Astralplane 4:39

9. Gypsy 3:09

10. Little Sun 4:50

The Review:

Wow, it is not every day that you get amazing vocals, great ambient guitar work,  and at times a bass line that is so fundamentally strong it could hold up a building.  Not to forget, drums that are chugging and behind the beat at the same time.

There is a name for this wonderful mixture, Blues Pills, and it is encapsulated in their self titled album. If you are a fan of Graveyard, The Doors, early Aretha Franklin, think, “It Ain’t Fare”, with Duanne Allman.  Also, Pink Floyd and Janis, just to name a few, then you will surely dig this album.  Right off the bat with ‘High Class Woman’, you are immediately consumed by the vocals. If in fact it is true that first impressions are everything, then Elin Larrson knocks it out of the park. The vocals, not just on this song, but the whole album is in touch with the soul of the writer. They grab you and take you on an emotional journey that is hitting on such mature levels, that everyone can relate too.

Some of the standouts for me; basically all of them but a few that really had me musically and lyrically, were ‘Jupiter’. Musically it has a psychedelic feel, dual vocals, into a single vocal, back into dual vocals. Everything gels, a great guitar solo and a wonderful boogie that makes you bop without even knowing you are into it. The guitars have such an immaculate fuzz tone, that other bands will search their whole life for, and a breakdown that makes you realize just how all of the moments really jive together as one.

‘Blacksnake’ is another, in which I truly gravitated towards. Really powerful intro, again, the tune makes you want to shake your ass when it gets going.  The effects used so nicely, slide guitar slashing its way through a maze of thick and thin tonality. Also, it slows down in just the right spot. It is my favorite track on the album.

‘No Hope Left for Me’, is song with a really nice pocket along with a really tight bass line. Vocally this song consumed me for some reason. I think it’s because instrumentally, there is a nice bit of room for the voice to float over and when the background vocals come in, it really gives it that cosmic feel, that you are part of the song. It has such a simplistic yet intricate affair with the audience’s auditory system.

Last one I will hit upon is, ‘Little Sun’, a truly beautiful way to end the album; like I said all of the lyrics on the album are so relatable and breathe with such maturity that lyrically it floats above a wall of great instrumentation. This album has everything from straight ahead rock, to boogie, to slow, emotional grabbers, to great songs to go on a road trip with.

What is really impressive is how every little piece fits so well. The vocals are so strong because they are guided instrumentally, that they are truly flowing musically and not afraid to switch genres in the middle of a song. Hence; this is the reason why so many people will truly dig this piece of work. Also, the album breathes, in what I mean by that, is that it never sounds crowded. There is nothing fighting or trying to out duel each other. The mix is liberating to the ear.

Being a huge fan of Joni Mitchell, Nancy Wilson, Aretha Franklin, I am now a fan of Elin Larrson. She is one of the best I have heard in a while and it is so refreshing.  Do yourself a favor and get this album and put on your headphones and let it take you musically on a safari of heartache, essence, guitar solos and a rhythm section that can swing and sway with the best of them.

This album was a pleasure to review.

“Blues Pills” is available here

Band info: official || facebook