Product Description
Between the late 1990s and early 2010s, the riff faded from mainstream rock and pop. But its power to transport listeners to another world was still alive in the rock and metal underground. ASTROSAUR, a hidden treasure in the international heavy psyche rock and post - metal scene, is a strong advocate of this power. Since their 2017 debut album Fade In // Space Out, this Norwegian power trio has used the riff as their main musical vehicle. With the release of their third album, Portals, ASTROSAUR sounds more expansive and convincing than ever, offering an intuitive exploration of the infinite, driven by soaring guitars and surging grooves. Main - songwriter Eirik Kråkenes says the band aimed to explore heavy instrumental rock in a power - trio format, creating music to escape reality. Joined by bassist Steinar Glas and drummer Jonathan Eikum, ASTROSAUR combines elements of post - rock, doom metal, psychedelic rock, and progressive metal. Metalsucks called them “the next great post - metal band,” and Portals proves it. This third full - length album is an immersive, musically challenging, and satisfying experience. Over five tracks and 48 minutes, the band takes you on a sonic trip through space and time. The first single, «Black Hole Earth», features amazing post - rock guitars with a great melody, set against a blistering desert rock riff. The album title, Portals, comes from a fascination with time and multiverse theories. It contemplates endless possibilities and details, with huge sounds and fast riffs racing to the universe's edges. The drumming of Eikum allows Kråkenes and Glas to explore the infinite in riff art. The album closer, «Eternal Return», shows ASTROSAUR's riff - making genius. Compositionally, it's a mind - blowing epic that comes full circle. Unlike previous records, Portals was recorded with more layering and experimentation, using vibraphones, Moog, and acoustic guitars. From «Opening» to «Eternal Return», it shows ASTROSAUR at their best. Fans of dynamic riffs and complex compositions will love this wild ride from this Norwegian band.
To enjoy the ASTROSAUR Portals CD, simply insert it into your CD player and hit play. You can listen to it from start to finish for a complete musical journey, or pick your favorite tracks. There aren't many special precautions, but keep the CD in a cool, dry place to prevent scratches. If it gets dirty, use a soft, dry cloth to gently wipe it from the center outwards. Enjoy the music and let it take you to new sonic dimensions!
