Giant Squid - The Ichthyologist
I was going to post this right when it leaked, but in the weak since I downloaded it I have given myself a chance to discover just how great this album is. Giant Squid is a doomy, sludgy metal band from Austin, Texas. They use aquatic imagery to convey a sense of despair and hopelessness. Consider:
I befriended deepest fathoms
and returned stronger still
starving for your praise at the crest of every swell
I find dissuasion of tides
I find dissuasion of tides
Their latest release, The Ichthyologist, is apparently a concept album about a man who turns to the sea to escape personal tragedy, only to see his feelings reflected in that which he surveys. And boy, does it sound like it. Heavy, crushing riffs and dark, depressing lyrics. Whether you're a flaky, obnoxious hipster looking for the next cleancut "post-metal" band or someone who actually has an appreciation of music, this is very worth your time.
Reason to listen: you love extended nautical metaphors.
Recommended tracks: All of them!
My favorites right now are:
#6 Sevengill (Notorynchus Cepedianus)
#8 Blue Linckia (Linckia Laevigata)
Enjoy!
