Jack Hertz: Green Mist (Remaster)
UPDATED: Jack Hertz: Green Mist is a remastered version of the the Earth Mantra label’s release from 2012. This version uses current technology to update the sound of this release.
Big Shoals: Still Go On
Hailing from Gainesville, Florida, Big Shoals is a three piece band producing music that is frequently referred to as “roots rock” with a healthy dose of Americana and country twang. On their first release we get a healthy dose of how this music has evolved since it was originally known as country rock back in the 70’s and 80’s — when it was a young style. Let’s see how the kid still goes on with Big Shoals.
Matthew Tyas: Longues Plages #1
So, I’ve somehow fallen behind a bit with Matthew Tyas’s work. He has another release that came out this month which I haven’t acquired yet. This will soon be rectified, however, as his impressions on Longues Plages is a work that makes me want to have more of his releases in my collection.
Ari Porki & Christopher Alvarado: Halla
For their second release, Porki and Alvarado explore Halla, and this time they are bringing a boat-load of guests along with them: Jack Hertz, Cousin Silas, Stephen Briggs, Eyes Cast Down, and Void of Realms. It’s a mystical, expansive exploration that takes the listener through many dimensions. Join me on the journey.
Bayshore Records Interview
This Bayshore Records interview is the second I recently conducted. I’m encouraged to see the concept and culture is making it to a new generation.
Altus: Excursion Three
I haven’t reviewed any Earth Mantra releases on The CerebralRift, despite knowing about the label for several years. Even so, starting with the three excursions of Altus on this release make is a great place to start covering works from this well respected, long running Netlabel.