This week’s Editor’s Pick offers a rich selection of Progressive, Psychedelic and Doom releases and reissues that bridge the gap between tradition and innovation across the wide spectrum of our beloved genres. From Avant-garde excursions to classic reissues and desert-tinged Doom rituals, here’s what captured our attention at Progressive Rock Journal:
Panzerpappa — Landsbysladder (Announced)
The Norwegian avant-prog stalwarts Panzerpappa announce their highly anticipated eighth album “Landsbysladder,” accompanied by the first single “Åh, Nyhetspamp!” A release that promises to further expand their quirky, adventurous soundscapes. [Read the full News here]
Gaupa — Fyr (Mini-Album Full Stream)
Sweden’s genre-bending Gaupa unveil “Fyr,” a new mini-album now available for full streaming. Expect hypnotic grooves, ethereal vocals, and a sonic journey between Stoner, Prog, and Psychedelic influences. [Read the full News here]
Happy The Man — Classic Albums Reissued
A treat for symphonic prog enthusiasts: Iconoclassic Records will reissue the first two essential albums by Happy The Man. A rare chance to rediscover these timeless masterpieces in high-quality editions. [Info and Details here]
McLuhan — Anomaly (First-Ever Official CD Reissue)
Think Like A Key Music brings us the first official CD edition of “Anomaly” (1972) by McLuhan — an obscure yet fascinating gem of Jazz-Prog and Psych, finally rescued from the vaults for new generations to explore. [Info about the reissue here]
King Potenaz — Arcane Desert Rituals Pt. 1
In “Arcane Desert Rituals Pt. 1,” King Potenaz summon ancient forces through their Heavy Psych-Doom blend. A ritualistic, riff-laden journey into the mystical desert’s heart. [Read our full Review here]
Phase Transition — In Search of Being
A profound debut from Phase Transition: In Search of Being fuses modern progressive metal with atmospheric depth and philosophical introspection — a record that invites multiple listens to grasp its layered meanings. [Read our full Review here]
“Stay tuned for more discoveries, and as always… Rock On!” – Jacopo [Founder and Editor] // PRJ
[…] intricate turns” that mirror the unpredictable flow of gossip itself. The first single, “Åh, Nyhetspamp!” already hints at these “quirky, adventurous soundscapes” The album opens with “Åh, […]