Wretch
Wretch
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Our Take
Our Take
KYUSS's debut album "Wretch" is a gritty, desert rock masterpiece that feels like a wild journey through the inhospitable landscapes of the Californian desert. These stoner rock pioneers have created a sound that is raw, aggressive, and irresistibly cool.
From the moment the album kicks off with the thundering riffs of "Black Widow," you know you're in for a wild ride. The relentless energy of tracks like "Katzenjammer" and "Deadly Kiss" will have you headbanging like there's no tomorrow.
Frontman John Garcia's distinctive vocals soar over the muscular, fuzz-drenched guitar work of Josh Homme, who would go on to form Queens of the Stone Age. The rhythm section of bassist Nick Oliveri and drummer Brant Bjork lays down a heavy groove that anchors the band's fuzzy, psychedelic sound.
The production on "Wretch" is gritty and lo-fi, adding to the album's sense of urgency and intensity. It's a sonic assault on the senses that will leave you feeling exhilarated and slightly dazed.
Overall, "Wretch" is a must-listen for fans of heavy, riff-driven rock music. It's a raw and powerful album that showcases KYUSS at their most primal and ferocious. So, grab your headphones, crank up the volume, and let "Wretch" transport you to the dusty, sun-baked world of desert rock. Verdict: 8.6
Track Listing
Track Listing
1. [Beginning of What's About to Happen] HWY 74
2. Love Has Passed Me By
3. Son of a Bitch
4. Black Widow
5. Katzenjammer
6. Deadly Kiss
7. The Law
8. Isolation
9. I'm Not
10. Big Bikes
11. Stage III
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About the artist
Kyuss
Emerging from the dusty deserts of California, KYUSS are the godfathers of stoner rock, blending heavy riffs with psychedelic grooves to create a sound that transcends space and time. With their thunderous drums, roaring guitars, and gritty vocals, this band has been shaking up the music scene since the early 90s. From their groundbreaking debut album "Blues for the Red Sun" to their critically acclaimed follow-up "Welcome to Sky Valley," KYUSS have cemented their place in rock history as pioneers of the desert rock sound. Their music is like a sonic journey through the arid landscapes of the southwest, with each riff and drumbeat echoing the vast canyons and towering mesas. Lead singer John Garcia's distinctive voice soars above the thunderous instrumentation, adding a soulful edge to the band's heavy sound. Guitarist Josh Homme's blistering solos and groovy riffs bring a sense of urgency and power to each track, while the rhythm section of bassist Nick Oliveri and drummer Brant Bjork creates a solid foundation for the band's explosive sound. KYUSS's live performances are legendary, with audiences being transported to another dimension as they rock out to classics like "Green Machine" and "Demon Cleaner." Whether you're a seasoned stoner rock fan or a newcomer to the genre, KYUSS's music is sure to leave you mesmerised and craving more. So grab your bong, sit back, and let KYUSS take you on a mind-bending musical journey like no other.
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