Name: In Black And Gold
Brand: Hey Colossus

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2015-02-05

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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.

'In Black And Gold', their eighth album proper and first for Rocket Recordings, ushers in a new incarnation of Hey Colossus. Marrying malevolent attack to expansive celestial splendour, 'In Black And Gold' marks a point whereby Hey Colossus map out a sonic trajectory that expands on their trademark ornery overload. The songs herein may be leaner and more artful than the fearsome sound by which they made their name on albums like 2008's 'Project: Death' and the monstrous 2013 opus 'Cuckoo Live Life Like Cuckoo', but they remain possessed of the wrath both Stoogian and Stygian that fuels their noiserock transgression. 

Yet meanwhile, and with 2015 looming large, an evolutionary process has led to their maximalist tendencies being replaced by a sharp focus on space and restraint, not to mention a refreshing stylistic diversity, resulting in a strange aural alchemy. Here, they sound as comfortable tackling electronically-fried dub mantras like 'Lagos Atom' as they do the Cluster-esque lullaby of the opening 'Hold On'. Yet there's no shortage of primal rock action to be had on 'In Black And Gold'; on 'Sisters And Brothers' they summon up a swaggering, demented groove that sashays like a zombified Gun Club, whilst on the dramatic spaghetti-psych of the title-track a revelatory cinematic sprawl of sound sees The Bad Seeds and The 13th Floor Elevators engaged in a psychic duel in the noonday sun. The vital and Spinal Tap-approved 'fine line between clever and stupid' has been a location that this London-based tinnitus machine has made fine work of dwelling on for the duration of their life thus far. Yet with 'In Black And Gold', in a laudable leap of faith, they've stepped beyond, and the result is both vicious and visionary. These unpretentious underworld overlords have emerged from the shadows to create an avant-garage pièce de résistance, and moreover it turns out that the sunlight suits them better than they ever realised.

In Black And Gold

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