Legendary rockers Monster Magnet will surprise their loyal acolytes with an obscure selection of proto-metal and psych-rock covers on the new album aptly entitled “A Better Dystopia”.
Hawkwind’s “Born To Go” doesn’t waste any time and delivers mighty guitar driven grooves rightfully enriched by surreal psychedelic vibes and wild soloing that ultimately generate a trippy sonic experience.
“Solid Gold Hell” by The Scientists drags you through a hallucinogenic maze filled with fuzzy guitar tones and psych rock dynamics while Dave Wyndorf’s inimitable voice becomes your spiritual guide.
Pentagram’s “Be Forewarned” manifests a slower nostalgia infused approach and darker melodic nuances that highlight a glorious vocal performance by Wyndorf while guitars can still channel a powerful stoner rock energy.
Poobah’’s 1972 anthem “Mr. Destroyer” is destined to become a favorite due to the irresistible fuzzed-out heaviness of the guitar work, Wyndorf’s fiery vocals and the intense psychedelic breakdown that will inevitably induce a trancelike state.
Jerusalem’s “When The Wolf Sits” marks another memorable moment as the band successfully combines an overdose of magnetic guitar leads and strong riffage unfolding around Wyndorf’s true rocker style vocals.
The cover of “Death” by The Pretty Things follows a dramatically slower tempo and creates a bittersweet dreamy mood favoring moody vocals and hazy guitar melodies embellished by organ and sitar accents.
“Welcome To The Void” by Morgen stands out for the bewitching psychedelic atmosphere that definitely emphasizes the groovy rhythmic twists and the incendiary guitar work while Wyndorf delivers majestic & spacey vocals.
With a captivating psychedelic groovy mood “A Better Dystopia” is a simply addictive collection of timeless songs that makes you space out instantly and gives you the opportunity to take a wild trip inside the mind of Dave Wyndorf.