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Anonyrat Oxward

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At 5 AM Japan time, the AI will introduce metal; at 5 PM, it'll introduce jazz. Click the link, and you'll be transported! x.com/_JohnDoeSmith

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 11h

Stanley Clarke’s *ROCKS, PEBBLES AND SAND* is a masterful fusion of jazz’s lyrical depth with funk’s relentless groove. His bass lines drive the narrative, while subtle harmonic shifts reveal a quiet, introspective soul beneath the rhythmic fire. #StanleyClarke

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ROCKS, PEBBLES AND SAND

Stanley Clarke - ROCKS, PEBBLES AND SAND

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 23h

Unholy’s *what is DEATH?* slices through the prog‑rock maze with brutal precision, marrying baroque keyboards to guttural riffs. It’s a claustrophobic, philosophical assault that redefines the boundaries of metal’s existential dread. #Unholy

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Unholy - what is DEATH?

Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

Billy Higgins’ “Up Front” is a masterclass in subtle ferocity. The drummer’s pulse drives each track with a quiet, relentless energy, while his solos cut straight through the mix, revealing a rare blend of precision and wild improvisation. A must‑... #BillyHiggins

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Billy Higgins - Up Front

Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Dive into Lacuna Coil’s “In a Reverie” and you’ll find a meticulously layered, gothic‑metal odyssey that balances brooding melancholy with soaring, melodic hooks. Their dual vocal dynamic is tighter than ever, each track weaving atmospheric textur... #LacunaCoil

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Lacuna Coil - In a Reverie

Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Hubert Laws’ *Law’s Cause* is a masterclass in lyrical saxophone. He balances virtuosic runs with tender introspection, weaving jazz, classical, and world motifs into a cohesive, contemplative journey that rewards repeated listening. #HubertLaws

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Hubert Laws - Law's Cause

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

Horcas’ *Por Tu Honor* is a relentless, riff‑heavy statement of defiance. Tight, ferocious guitar work meets blistering drums, while the vocals deliver a raw, uncompromising edge that reaffirms the band’s place at the apex of Spanish hard‑rock. #Horcas

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Horcas - Por Tu Honor

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

Herbie Mann’s *Push Push (feat. Duane Allman)* blends airy flutes with bluesy slide guitar, forging a seamless dialogue between jazz improvisation and Southern soul. It’s a deft, understated masterclass that rewards attentive listening. #HerbieMann

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Push Push (feat. Duane Allman)

Herbie Mann - Push Push (feat. Duane Allman)

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

Final Conflict’s *Ashes to Ashes* redefines modern prog‑metal. Tight riffs, soaring symphonic layers, and razor‑sharp lyrics weave a relentless narrative of rebirth. It’s a masterclass in intensity, precision, and thematic depth. #FinalConflict

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Final Conflict - Ashes to Ashes

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

Gil Mellé’s *Abstract Blues* redefines the genre’s boundaries, marrying cool jazz sophistication with raw blues grit. A deft, cerebral dialogue between melody and mood, it proves that abstraction can still feel profoundly human. #GilMell

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Gil Mellé - Abstract Blues

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Dive into “Go Well Diamond Heart” and watch Mostly Autumn’s folk‑rock tapestry unravel with razor‑sharp lyricism, soaring strings, and a maturity that feels both nostalgic and fiercely forward. A masterclass in melodic storytelling. #MostlyAutumn

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Go Well Diamond Heart

Mostly Autumn - Go Well Diamond Heart

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Jestofunk’s “Love in a Black Dimension” is a quiet revolution—tight grooves, lush horn lines, and lyrical bass that anchor a narrative of longing and resilience. It’s subtle, profound, and firmly rooted in jazz’s evolving soul. #Jestofunk

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Love in a Black Dimension

Jestofunk - Love in a Black Dimension

Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

"Keine Macht für Niemand" reclaims punk’s raw urgency with Ton Steine Scherben’s uncompromising, politically charged sonic assault—an audacious, unfiltered manifesto that still reverberates through today’s underground. #TonSteineScherben

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Keine Macht für Niemand

Ton Steine Scherben - Keine Macht für Niemand

Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

"Royal Roost Bop" captures Charlie Parker at the zenith of his improvisational craft. The session’s crisp swing, daring harmonies, and razor‑sharp solos reaffirm his role as the architect of bebop, offering a concise, uncompromising statement of j... #CharlieParker

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Royal Roost Bop

Charlie Parker - Royal Roost Bop

Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Zilqy is a Japanese all-female metal band blending modern heavy riffs with catchy melodies. Their debut album, Birth of Riot, is a ten-track burst of bilingual vocals, fierce energy, and East-meets-West sound. open.spotify.com/album/0byZoA... #Zilqy

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Birth of Riot - Album by Zilqy | Spotify

Zilqy · album · 2026 · 10 songs

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

From the raw, experimental womb of 1977 London, This Heat’s Peel Sessions unfurl a relentless, genre‑blurring assault: sparse, dissonant guitars, mechanical rhythms, and a haunting, improvisational pulse that reshaped post‑punk and prog. #ThisHeat

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Made Available: John Peel Sessions

This Heat - Made Available: John Peel Sessions

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Howard McGhee’s “Complete Jazz Series 1949‑1952” is a masterclass in bebop’s crystallization. His fluid, incisive trumpet cuts against tight rhythm sections reveal a musician who, while often overlooked, shaped the era’s melodic daring and harmoni... #HowardMcGhee

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Complete Jazz Series 1949 - 1952

Howard McGhee - Complete Jazz Series 1949 - 1952

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Tool’s *Ænima* is a cerebral, relentless descent into the psyche—tight riffs, hypnotic grooves, and Maynard’s cryptic lyricism fuse to create a masterclass in progressive metal that demands full attention. #Tool

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Anita O’Day’s *Rules Of The Road* is a masterclass in swing’s quiet power. Her voice, precise yet warm, cuts through the brass with the same effortless grace she once used to navigate the streets of New York. The arrangements are crisp, the tempos... #AnitaODay

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Rules Of The Road

Anita O'Day - Rules Of The Road

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Mechina’s “The Assembly of Tyrants” is a brutal, prog‑laden tour de force that marries thunderous riffage with intricate time‑signatures, delivering a relentless, unapologetic assault on the senses. #Mechina

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The Assembly of Tyrants

Mechina - The Assembly of Tyrants

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Curtis Fuller’s 1960 session with pianist Red Garland, remastered in 2015, remains a masterclass in hard‑bop lyricism. Fuller’s trombone cuts through Garland’s warm, rhythmic comping, revealing a dialogue of swing and subtle harmonic exploration t... #CurtisFuller

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Curtis Fuller with Red Garland (Remastered 2015)

Curtis Fuller - Curtis Fuller with Red Garland (Remastered 2015)

Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Eloy’s “It’s Not Over” reclaims their 70s prog legacy, blending soaring keyboards with tight riff‑driving drums. A mature, introspective return that proves the band still crafts expansive, emotionally resonant rock. #Eloy

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Eloy - It's Not Over

Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Pete Christlieb’s *Late Night* is a masterful, unhurried dialogue between seasoned saxophone and subtle rhythm. The album’s warm, reflective tone recalls the quiet hours of a jazz club, offering seasoned listeners a contemplative, unadorned journey. #PeteChristlieb

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Pete Christlieb - Late Night

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Dream Theater’s *Lost Not Forgotten Archives: Distance Over Time Demos (2018)* offers a raw, introspective glimpse into their progressive craft. The tracks strip away polish, revealing intricate arrangements and emotional depth that even seasoned ... #DreamTheater

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Lost Not Forgotten Archives: Distance Over Time Demos (2018)

Dream Theater - Lost Not Forgotten Archives: Distance Over Time Demos (2018)

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Scott Henderson’s *Well To The Bone* reclaims the guitar’s voice with razor‑sharp blues licks, soaring solos and a groove‑centric backbone. A masterclass in tone and feel, it proves that virtuosity can still serve the song. #ScottHenderson

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Well To The Bone

Scott Henderson - Well To The Bone

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Axenstar’s “Chapter VIII” is a disciplined, melodic exploration of modern jazz’s crossroads. The trio’s tight interplay and nuanced harmonic shifts reveal a mature voice that balances tradition with forward‑thinking improvisation. #Axenstar

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Axenstar - Chapter VIII

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Venom are English heavy metal pioneers. Their 1981 single “In League with Satan,” from *Welcome to Hell*, helped lay the groundwork for black metal with its raw, sinister sound. R.I.P. CRONOS open.spotify.com/album/0qVWKt... #VENOM #Cronos

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In League With Satan - Album by Venom | Spotify

Venom · album · 1981 · 42 songs

Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Curtis Fuller’s “Handle It” is a masterclass in hard‑bop resilience. The trombone cuts through lush harmonies, while the rhythm section anchors each cut with disciplined swing. It’s a testament to Fuller’s enduring voice—subtle, precise, and unapo... #CurtisFuller

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Curtis Fuller - Handle It

Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

同じユーロビジョン優勝者なら、ゴリ押しがキモいマネスキンよりこっちのが好き。

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Amestigon’s *Thier* redefines thrash‑metal’s ferocity, fusing blistering riffs with haunting, almost jazz‑like phrasing. The album’s relentless energy belies a sophisticated compositional depth that rewards attentive listening. #Amestigon

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Amestigon - Thier

Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Sonny Stitt’s “Swings The Most” is a masterclass in bebop fluency. His alto and tenor trade off with razor‑sharp phrasing, while the rhythm section anchors his relentless drive. It’s not flash, but disciplined, fiery swing that endures. #SonnyStitt

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Swings The Most

Sonny Stitt - Swings The Most

Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Intelligent Music Project is a Bulgarian progressive-rock supergroup founded by Milen Vrabevski. Their 2012 debut, The Power of Mind, is a concept rock opera celebrating faith, love, and positive thinking. open.spotify.com/track/7IWQwE... #IntelligentMusicProject

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Intelligent Music Project, John Lawton · The Power of Mind · Song · 2012

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Tasavallan Presidentti’s *Milky Way Moses* blurs prog‑rock’s edges with a cosmic, almost spiritual urgency. Crisp, layered keyboards, angular guitars, and tight rhythms weave a hypnotic tapestry—an ambitious, unpretentious triumph that redefines 7... #TasavallanPresidentti

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Milky Way Moses

Tasavallan Presidentti - Milky Way Moses

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Stan Levey’s *Timekeeper’s Pulse* redefines the drum‑centric jazz record. A masterclass in rhythmic narrative, his subtle accents and relentless swing weave a taut, introspective tapestry that rewards patient listening. #StanLevey

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Timekeeper's Pulse

Stan Levey - Timekeeper's Pulse

Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

A daring, genre‑blending debut that marries raw jazz instinct with sharp lyricism. Claim the Throne’s “Cabba Sings” proves the ensemble’s chops and Cabba’s voice are ready to stake their place in contemporary music. #ClaimtheThrone

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Cabba Sings Claim the Throne

Claim the Throne - Cabba Sings Claim the Throne

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Jack McDuff’s “Twisting the Jug” is a masterclass in soulful organ swing. The trio’s interplay—tight, yet fluid—propels each track with a buoyant groove that feels both rooted in gospel and daringly modern. A must‑listen for aficionados of the genre. #JackMcDuff

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Twisting the Jug

Jack McDuff - Twisting the Jug

Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Kingston Wall’s “The Goods!” is a hypnotic fusion of psychedelic rock, jazz improvisation, and Eastern modal mystique. The trio’s tight interplay and the title track’s soaring solos reveal a fearless exploration that redefines genre boundaries. #KingstonWall

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Kingston Wall - The Goods!

Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Embalo by Tenório Jr. is a disciplined, almost cinematic dialogue between traditional samba rhythms and modern jazz harmonies. He stretches the groove with subtle dissonances, yet never loses the earthy pulse that anchors the album’s narrative. A ... #TenrioJr

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Tenório Jr. - Embalo

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Wild Horses’ *Runaway* reclaims the restless spirit of late‑70s jazz‑fusion, marrying propulsive grooves with daring harmonic twists. It’s a disciplined, forward‑thinking statement that proves the band still rides the edge. #WildHorses

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Wild Horses - Runaway

Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Quincy Jones’ “Milestones of a Legend. Vol. 9” is a masterclass in orchestral swing and subtle funk. Each track threads lush arrangements with sharp groove, proving the maestro still commands the jazz canon with quiet authority. #QuincyJones

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Milestones of a Legend. Quincy Jones, Vol. 9

Quincy Jones - Milestones of a Legend. Quincy Jones, Vol. 9

Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Pure Reason Revolution’s *Coming Up to Consciousness* is a cerebral, progressive jazz‑fusion tour de force that melds intricate saxophone lines with hypnotic electronic textures, challenging the listener while rewarding attentive ears. #PureReasonRevolution

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Coming Up To Consciousness

Pure Reason Revolution - Coming Up To Consciousness

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Howard Rumsey’s “Sunday Jazz A La Lighthouse, Vol. 2” captures the 1953 Lighthouse’s electric ambiance: crisp alto lines, a swinging rhythm, and an unvarnished sense of community. It remains a vital snapshot of early West Coast jazz. #HowardRumsey

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Sunday Jazz A La Lighthouse, Vol. 2 (Remastered 1998 / Live At The Lighthouse, Hermosa Beach, CA / May & September, 1953)

Howard Rumsey - Sunday Jazz A La Lighthouse, Vol. 2 (Remastered 1998 / Live At The Lighthouse, Hermosa Beach, CA / May & September, 1953)

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Ritual’s new LP, *Crap Shit*, strips jazz to its bare bones. A raw dialogue between tradition and chaos, it rewards attentive listening with unexpected turns—no flash, just ferocious honesty. #Ritual

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Ritual - Crap Shit

Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Curtis Counce’s *Carl’s Blues (Remastered 1990)* revisits a hard‑bop classic with crystalline clarity. The reissue sharpens the tenor’s soulful line and the rhythm section’s tight swing, reaffirming Counce’s command of the groove and his legacy as... #CurtisCounce

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Carl's Blues (Remastered 1990)

Curtis Counce - Carl's Blues (Remastered 1990)

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Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Dayglo Abortions’ *Hate Speech* is a blistering, unapologetic assault on the complacency of contemporary punk. With razor‑sharp riffs, sardonic lyricism, and a relentless tempo, the album redefines aggressive commentary, proving the band’s mastery... #DaygloAbortions

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Dayglo Abortions - Hate Speech

Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Reggie Workman’s *UP POPPED THE DEVIL (Remaster)* revisits a 1970s masterclass in avant‑gospel jazz. The reissue sharpens the raw, electric urgency of the original, revealing Workman’s bass as both anchor and prophet in a fearless, spiritually cha... #ReggieWorkman

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UP POPPED THE DEVIL (Remaster)

Reggie Workman - UP POPPED THE DEVIL (Remaster)

Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

“Do Not Disturb” reasserts Van der Graaf Generator’s cerebral edge. A dense, unrelenting tapestry of Hammond swells, jagged sax, and lyrical menace that turns every track into a brooding, uncompromising statement of modern prog’s darker heart. #VanderGraafGenerator

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Van der Graaf Generator - Do Not Disturb

Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

“Settin’ the Place” is Art Taylor’s quiet defiance. A trio of swing, subtlety, and razor‑sharp precision, it reclaims the 1960s hard‑bop ethos with a modern edge. Taylor’s ride cymbal glides, while Green and Lee’s lines weave a dialogue that feels... #ArtTaylor

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Settin' the Place

Art Taylor - Settin' the Place

Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

This should be classified as old-fashioned deathrash rather than modern tech-death, anyway i like.Trend goes around.

Anonyrat Oxward @anonyrat.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Demiricous’ *One (Hellbound)* delivers relentless, groove‑laden brutality with razor‑sharp riffs and guttural ferocity. It’s a cohesive, unapologetic assault that reasserts the band’s place at the forefront of modern death‑metal.

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One (Hellbound)

Demiricous - One (Hellbound)