U.S. Christmas + Harvestman + Minsk
(Neurot Recordings)
Three of the most innovative acts in modern metal pay a fitting tribute to the most underrated band in psych-rock history with The Hawkwind Triad. With each band utilizing their own unique aptitudes for sonic exploration - North Carolina's bluescore giants U.S. Christmas, Neurosis frontman Steve Von Till's space folk side project Harvestman, and Illinois-based post-metalists Minsk - all step out of their own respective skins to play such Hawkwind epics as "Master of the Universe" (U.S. Christmas), "Children of the Sun" (Minsk) and "The Watcher" (Harvestman) with respect to the originals, while adding experimental embellishments unique characteristic of their own unique niches in the modern metal landscape. More tribute albums should be as innovative and enjoyable as The Hawkwind Triad.
Standout Tracks: "Master of the Universe" (U.S. Christmas), "D. Rider" (Harvestman), "Children of the Sun" (Minsk) RON HART
