15 August 2023: The Fierce and the Dead; Satin Whale; Yousef Kawar

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The fourth album from TFATD! .

“Switching from metal to prog, surf, and avant-garde. Ambitious and grandiose stuff delivered impeccably.” - Here Comes The Flood

“The band combines massive riffs of shoegaze, metal, and stoner rock properties, all enveloped in a progressive structure to create an engaging and hard-hitting piece.”
Destroy/Exist

“Everything fans are expecting and also nothing like they could imagine. Lets hear if for an absolutely unrestrained musical approach”
Real Gone rocks

“Psychedelic and epic anthems” Circuit Sweet
 
The Fierce & The Dead were formed 13 years ago in London. Originally an instrumental band, in recent years bassist Kevin Feazey has taken on the role of lead vocalist, adding a new dimension to the band's sound. They mix in elements from psychedelic rock, old metal records, post-rock, progressive rock, broken analogue synths and shoegaze. fierceandthedead.com 

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released July 28, 2023

All tracks written and produced by TFATD:
Matt Stevens - Guitar, synths, keys, programming.
Steve Cleaton - Guitar, synths, programming.
Kev Feazey - Bass, vocals, synths, keys, programming
Stuart Marshall - Drums, percussion, programming.

Accomplices:
Terry Edwards - Sax, trumpets.
Matt Jones - Piano, keys.
Tom Hunt - Backing vocals.
Tia Bush - Backing vocals.
Lara Callaway - Backing vocals.
Heidi Henders - Backing vocals.
Lorraine Richardson - Backing vocals.
Natalia Stevenson - Backing vocals.

Recorded by Kev Feazey, TFATD, Louis Pavlo & Dave Lynch.
Recorded at: Echo Zoo Studios, The Danger Room, The Crows Nest, Strong Room Studios, The White Rooms, and various people's houses.
Mixed by Kev Feazey
Mastered by Noel Summerville

Artwork by Mark Buckingham,
Title setting by Kev Feazey.

Thanks & love to:
Our families and friends, James Davison, Jake Murray, Paul Hickman, Kenny Sharretts, Graham Harris, Olly Betts, Russ Russell, Dezza, NN10, David Elliott, Martin Hutchinson, The Fierce Army and pretty much everyone.

Dedicated to the memory of Elliot Winch, Andy Hall & Spike Worsley

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1970's progressive rock band from Cologne/Köln, Germany. Satin Whale started as a largely instrumental band, playing long tracks with keyboards, flute and majestic arrangements. Songs became more and more the focus of albums as they went on, and tracks got shorter (excepting the live double). Throughout their history Satin Whale retained a distinctive and unique style.

Studio Album, released in 1974

Songs / Tracks Listing

1. Desert Places (6:48)
2. Seasons Of Life (6:41)
3. Remember (9:38)
4. I Often Wondered (7:15)
5. Perception (12:56)

Total Time : (43:18)

Line-up / Musicians

- Dieter Roesberg / guitars, alto saxophone, flute, lead vocals
- Gerald Dellmann / organ, piano, vibes
- Thomas Brück / bass, vocals
- Horst Schättgen / drums, vocals

Releases information

Artwork: Manfred Boecker, Wolfgang Niedecken

LP Brain ‎- brain 1049 (1974, Germany)

CD Lumpy Gravy Records ‎- LGR 105 (2015, France)

Review by hdfisch
PROG REVIEWER

4 stars First album by this rather late Krautrock band was undoubtedly their very best one. Actually the only point of criticism one could quote is the fact that it might have sounded already a bit dated in its year of release. Being much in the vein of early Tull, Iron Butterfly, Cream or The Doors the tracks presented here are a wonderful demonstration of this early Art Rock or Proto-Prog style. The title song is the one reminding the most to Tull with a soaring flute and heavy organ. It's a very powerful and grooving one with a sort of psychedelic blues guitar play that's bringing Cream back to mind. "Seasons Of Life" is even in a stronger psychedelic vein, kinda The Doors meet Cream or Iron Butterfly, very groovin' stuff as well. This record doesn't let your foot stand still only for one second. Though it might be not considered as that much progressive for the year of 1974 "Desert Places" was nevertheless a brilliant album in organ driven Art Rock typical for beginning seventies.

Probably not essential for any prog collector in general, but highly recommended for fans of jammin' and groovin' early 70s psychedelic blues rock! 


"Unclear Frequencies", the new Yousef Kawar album released by Reverse Alignment, unveils a mesmerizing and introspective side of Kawar's musical repertoire. With a profound sense of meditation and a touch of enigmatic allure, this collection of eight tracks captivates listener, guiding the attention towards the intricate depths of psyche. Each composition serves as a portal, drawing us into a mesmerizing sonic landscape where hidden mysteries beckon and unanswered questions linger. In this ethereal sonic tapestry without a center of attraction, Yousef Kawar expertly manipulates the elements of sound, creating an atmosphere that is both haunting and enchanting. The music lingers in the air, delicately weaving its way into our thoughts, evoking a sense of pulverized introspection. It invites us to embrace the enigma and the unknown, to delve into those small psychic dark areas we often overlook.


Yousef Kawar is an internationally renowned artist, known for his multifaceted talents as a Musician, Videographer, and Audiovisual Artist. With a string of accolades under his belt, including numerous videography and soundtrack awards, Yousef has solidified his position as a visionary in the industry. Throughout his career, Yousef has released seven music albums, each meticulously composed, produced, and mixed by his own hand. His exceptional talent has caught the attention of esteemed international music producers and artists, leading to his inclusion in record label releases. Working from his studio, Yousef actively engages in creating captivating audiovisual installations and collaborating on music and art projects in New York City (where he currently lives), the United States, Europe, and across the globe. Yousef's artistic endeavors have garnered recognition and acclaim from professionals in various fields. Notably, CNN's Johnny Colt, the international Italian/English book "Vite In Quarantena," featuring iconic figures such as Sadhguru, Orlan, and Stelarc, as well as Hyperallergic magazine, AirVuz, and Viewing NYC video channels, have all acknowledged his exceptional work. Moreover, Yousef has had the privilege of working and collaborating with renowned stars such as Alex Skolnick, Steve Lukather, Mateus Asato, Steve Vai, and many others, further attesting to his artistic prowess. 

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Our thanks to Raffaele Pezzella for providing us with a copy of this release.

released July 27, 2023

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Music by Yousef Kawar
Cover layout by RhaD
Published by Reverse Alignment
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