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| Once More 'Round the Sun | |
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| Album info | |
| Release | June 24, 2014 |
| Recorded | Rock Falcon Studios, Franklin, Tennessee |
| Genre | Progressive metal, sludge metal |
| Length | 54:08 |
| Label | Reprise |
| Producer | Nick Raskulinecz |
Once More 'Round the Sun is the sixth studio album from American heavy metal band Mastodon. The album was released on June 24, 2014, via Reprise Records.[1] On April 17, 2014, Mastodon released the album's first single titled "High Road".[2] On June 16, 2014 the album was made available for streaming on iTunes.
Background[]
In late 2012, Mastodon guitarist Brent Hinds mentioned in an interview that he had begun writing material for the Mastodon's next release.[3] The band continued writing and demoing their sixth studio album throughout 2013, while touring for their 2011 release The Hunter.[4] The band began recording in late 2013 at Rock Falcon Studios in Franklin, Tennessee, with producer Nick Raskulinecz.[5][6]
Musical style[]
Troy Sanders has stated in an interview that the album is a continuation, where the band left off with their previous album (The Hunter).[7]
Bill Kelliher stated also about the album's musical style: "We're always trying to surprise ourselves and write something that's new and fresh. It's definitely got the elements of "The Hunter" in there, but also [of] 'Remission' and some heavier stuff. There's a lot of different influences, from Alice in Chains to Deftones. There's a lot of rock going on."[8]
Brann Dailor stated following about the album: "It's gonna be massive and insane, lots of epic greatness. There will be lots of huge riffs and new directions. It's real weird, real math-y, real straightforward. It's up, down and all around."[9]
Bill also stated that the album's theme might be "death". He stated the following: "It always makes for really good story telling. It's kind of the theme that we have a lot in our music. We've had a lot of friends pass away since the last record. I'm not really sure yet. I think we're kind of focusing more about living on this earth and what would happen if this was your last year to live. I think that's sort of maybe a little bit of what we might be kind of touching on."[10]
Artwork[]
Oakland-based artist Skinner, who characterizes his work as "psychedelic nightmare paintings," will take the reins on the album's artwork. Bassist/vocalist Troy Sanders stated the following: "It’s going to be a work of art for sure. It’s going to be very eye-opening. Very striking. It’s from another dimension, and a lot of our music is geared toward that idea—taking you to another planet on songs. It’s out there, and I think it’s incredible.”[11]
Track listing[]
| # | Track title | Length |
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| 1. | "Tread Lightly" | 5:14 |
| 2. | "The Motherload" | 4:59 |
| 3. | "High Road" | 4:15 |
| 4. | "Once More 'Round the Sun" | 2:58 |
| 5. | "Chimes at Midnight" | 5:32 |
| 6. | "Asleep in the Deep" (feat. Valient Himself & Ikey Owens) | 6:12 |
| 7. | "Feast Your Eyes" | 3:23 |
| 8. | "Aunt Lisa" (feat. The Coat Hangers & Gary Lindsey) | 4:08 |
| 9. | "Ember City" | 4:59 |
| 10. | "Halloween" | 4:39 |
| 11. | "Diamond in the Witch House" (feat. Scott Kelly) | 7:49 |
Personnel[]
- Mastodon
- Troy Sanders – bass guitar, vocals
- Brent Hinds – lead guitar, vocals
- Brann Dailor – drums, vocals
- Bill Kelliher – guitars
- Other
- Nick Raskulinecz – production
- Ted Jensen - mastering
- Scott Kelly – Vocals on "Diamond in the Witch House"
- The Coathangers & Gary Lindsey – Additional Backing Vocals on "Aunt Lisa"
- Valient Himself - Additional Backing Vocals on "Asleep in the Deep"[12]
- Isaiah "Ikey" Owens - Synthesizer on "Asleep in the Deep"[13]
- "Once More 'Round The Sun" contains samples from "Cowboy Song" written by B. Downey & P/ Lynott
References[]
- ↑ Mastodon: 'Once More 'Round The Sun' Cover Artwork, Track Listing Revealed - Blabbermouth.net. blabbermouth.net. Retrieved on 2014-04-29.
- ↑ Mastodon: New Song 'High Road' Available For Streaming - Blabbermouth.net. blabbermouth.net. Retrieved on 2014-04-29.
- ↑ Brent Hinds Is Working on “Radioheadish,” “Spooky Sounding” Songs for Mastodon | MTV Hive. mtvhive.com. Retrieved on 2014-04-29.
- ↑ Mastodon’s Brann Dailor Talks New Album Progress, 2013 Mayhem Festival + More. loudwire.com. Retrieved on 2014-04-29.
- ↑ Mastodon Near Completion of 'Wild' Summer LP | SPIN | Profiles | In The Studio. spin.com. Retrieved on 2014-04-29.
- ↑ Mastodon's Troy Sanders Talks New Album Once More 'Round the Sun :: Music :: News :: Paste. pastemagazine.com. Retrieved on 2014-04-29.
- ↑ comments policy 36 comments posted. Mastodon: 'New Material Picks Up Where 'The Hunter' Left Off' | Music News @. Ultimate-guitar.com. Retrieved on 2014-06-06.
- ↑ comments policy 16 comments posted. Mastodon Guitarist on the New Record: 'There's a Lot of Rock Going On' | Music News @. Ultimate-guitar.com. Retrieved on 2014-06-06.
- ↑ comments policy 38 comments posted. Mastodon Announce 'Weird, Mathy,' Stevie Wonder-Inspired Album, Confirm Nick Raskulinecz as Producer | Music News @. Ultimate-guitar.com. Retrieved on 2014-06-06.
- ↑ comments policy 13 comments posted. Mastodon Guitarist on New Album: 'Death Is Always a Good Theme' | Music News @. Ultimate-guitar.com. Retrieved on 2014-06-06.
- ↑ Kane, Tyler. Mastodon's Troy Sanders Talks New Album Once More 'Round the Sun :: Music :: News :: Paste. Pastemagazine.com. Retrieved on 2014-06-06.
- ↑ comments policy 12 comments posted. Valient Thorr Singer Making Guest Appearance on New Mastodon Record | Music News @. Ultimate-guitar.com. Retrieved on 2014-06-06.
- ↑ comments policy 26 comments posted. Mastodon Announce Tour With Gojira, Kvelertak; Ex-Mars Volta Keyboardist to Appear on New Album | Music News @. Ultimate-guitar.com. Retrieved on 2014-06-06.