Name: The Guillotine
Brand: Hey Colossus

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Limited edition

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2017-06-02

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5055300389459

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Hey Colossus

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Metal

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Rocket Recordings

Hey Colossus is an English rock band formed in London in 2003. The band, founded by Joe Thompson and Robert Davis, has experienced numerous lineup changes over the years. Known for their heavy sound, DIY ethic, and prolific output, Hey Colossus has become a force to be reckoned with in the music industry. Their stylistic experimentation sets them apart from other bands, making each of their albums a unique listening experience.

With roots firmly planted in the rock genre, Hey Colossus pushes boundaries and explores new sonic territories. Their music is characterized by its raw power and intensity, leaving listeners captivated by their infectious energy. From blistering guitar riffs to thunderous drums, every element of their sound is carefully crafted to create an immersive musical journey.

Since their formation, Hey Colossus has released a multitude of albums that showcase their evolution as artists. Their commitment to creating authentic and honest music resonates with fans around the world. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to their music, Hey Colossus offers something for everyone who appreciates innovative rock music that challenges conventions.

Rocket Recordings is a UK based independent record label that has been running successfully under the guidance of Chris Reeder and John O'Carroll. With their combined expertise and passion for music, they have curated an impressive roster of artists spanning various genres. Known for their commitment to quality and innovation, Rocket Recordings continues to push boundaries in the music industry.

Since its inception, Rocket Recordings has been dedicated to supporting emerging talent and providing a platform for unique voices in the music scene. Their diverse catalogue showcases a wide range of musical styles, from psychedelic rock to experimental electronic sounds.

With a reputation for discovering groundbreaking artists before they hit the mainstream, Rocket Recordings has become synonymous with cutting-edge music. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting your journey into independent music, this label offers an unparalleled selection of releases that are sure to captivate and inspire.

Hey Colossus have undergone a spectacular metamorphosis in the last three years - the 2015 Rocket Recordings double-drop of In Black And Gold and Radio Static High displayed not only a band with a work rate to put most all their contemporaries to shame, but one arriving at an atmospheric and rewarding sound with as much flair for the beguiling as the barbaric. Changes may have been afoot in the Hey Colossus camp, yet their latest transmission The Guillotine marks another peak for an innovative force in the realm of heavy amplification. Darker and more brooding than their recent work, it’s also perhaps their most richly melodic to date - the interplay of their three guitar lineup has never sounded more fluent than on these eight songs, nor their songcraft more well-defined.

This is a record whose alchemical charge arrives from a reinvention of loud rock shapes into forms both feral and fresh - whilst Hey Colossus can still bludgeon with overamped vigour, as on the hypnotic and devastating krautrock-Jesus-Lizard hybrid of Back In The Room they can also deliver the dusky and haunting waltz-time serenade of Calenture Boy with uncompromising fortitude, with the new-found confidence and allure of Paul Sykes’ vocals at the forefront. These menacing and immersive songs chronicle a band exploring a unique sound and invigorating approach in a decade in which cliches and genre pieces in the realm of the psychedelic have frequently surrounded - here the six-piece find themselves transcending the limitations of the underground scene from whence they came, whilst exposing the paucity of inspiration in much of the guitar-rock mainstream. Hey Colossus are at their sharpest, and none will survive The Guillotine.

The Guillotine

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