
Lyon, France based Progressive/Psychedelic/Desert Rock band Wizard Must Die published the official music video for the single “Flight 19” taken from upcoming album “L’Or des Fous” due out on November 15, 2024 via Klonosphere Records. Watch the video throughteh YouTube player below:
Since 2013, the French trio Wizard Must Die has been riding the waves of the Stoner Rock scene. Led by singer and guitarist Florent Michaud, alongside bassist Enguerand Dumas and drummer Robin Aillaud, this Lyon-based band blends complex yet direct Rock with a Progressive and Psychedelic twist, drawing comparisons to bands like Baroness, Mars Red Sky and Motorpsycho. Their debut album “In the Land of the Dead Turtles” (2018) gained recognition for its exploration of Stoner and Desert Rock genres.
Now, Wizard Must Die is preparing to release their second full-length album, “L’Or des Fous,” via Klonosphere Records. Recorded and mixed by Christophe Hogommat (Mad Foxes, 20’s Falling Man) and mastered by Thibault Chaumont (Carpenter Brut, Igorrr), this album delves deeper into the bandâs identity, offering a more personal and introspective sound.
“L’Or des Fous” is a blend of powerful riffs, intricate rhythms, and rich atmospheres. The six tracks explore themes of personal evolution, change, and inner growth. To underscore this transformation, Wizard Must Die introduces new instruments like the saxophone and mellotron, expanding their sound beyond stoner rock into progressive and melodic territory. Influenced by 90s Rock, the album features subdued vocals and impactful choruses, with the French-language title-track, “The Fool’s Gold” capturing the band’s evolving identity.
Pre-Order the album on Bandcamp: https://wizardmustdie.bandcamp.com/album/lor-des-fous
Tracklist:
01. The Breach
02. The Disappearance of Camille Saint-Saëns
03. Flight 19
04. Close to the Edge
05. L’Or des Fous
06. Clouds Are Not Spheres
Lineup:
Florent Michaud / Guitar, Vocals
Enguerrand Dumas / Bass
Robin Aillaud / Drums, Percussions, Synths, Programming