Usually I prefer the type of music TOMBSTONES play when it’s really hot outside – not rainy, grey and cold like today. On the other hand, this three-piece is based Norway, so it makes sense again I guess. Oh, what music do TOMBSTONES play? Well, although Norway is more famous for its beastly blasting Black Metal, TOMBSTONES turn this musical concept upside down: slow, low tuned, stoned and buzzed out Doom is on the menue I’d say. Doom with massive, repetitive riffs, really good, sung vocals and a dynamic, lively production. After listening to Year of the Burial (released April 20th 2012 via Soulseller Records) for a few minutes you’ll fall into this trance-like state of mind I dig so much when I listen to music like this. Full review below the video of the opening track of Year of the Burial:
Year of the Burial was recorded live at the Caliban studio in Oslo, Norway, and the choice to put down the tracks live was certainly the best a band like TOMBSTONES could make. The sound is rich, warm and full of dynamics you barely hear on modern, way too cleancut productions. Blasting this record at high volume places you directly in a dusty and sweaty rehearsal room, where TOMBSTONES worship the riff and the legends of the ancient North are still alive – this is an experience you do not want to miss.
Even though I doubt that I’ll write down my top six Doom records again by the end of this year – if I would, Year of the Burial would definetely be on it. If you dig classic bands like Saint Vitus and Pentagram or newer ones in the vein of Cough or Yob, TOMBSTONES is a sureshot. Hail the riff, motherfucker.
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