OMAR RODRIGUEZ-LOPEZ

"The sound of Omar Rodriguez-Lopez and John Frusciante riffing off each other and bouncing textures over simplistic, yet defined melodies is what lies in this new Omar-related musical endeavor. The record goes back to the concept of a two-man guitar jam. It's one of the most basic forms of musical bonding and the intertwining of individuals' styles and musical thoughts over a set progression or song. However the process of two men recording their completely different musical abilities over an album of set melodies and songs, transcends above what is originally seen as a stripped-down, simple jam. (...) The fact that the jam-based, un-intellectualized approach of this album can create such a haunting atmosphere and create a vibe of musical complexity, is what is ultimately the most impressive aspect of this record. When two men approach the same song structure with different sounds and ideas, it can lead to magnificent heights."
—Sputnikmusic

instrumental

progressive

mp3@320kbps

Omar Rodriguez-Lopez & John Frusciante (2010)

HET DROSTE EFFECT

"Het Droste Effect’s first EP is self recorded on 8-track cassette tape at Studio Casa Cassette Eindhoven, The Netherlands. It contains 4 instrumental tracks ranging from repetitive robotrock to calm ambient to psychedelic kraut and space rock, infused with field recordings and special guests on bass, moog, vibraphonette, saxophone and monotron."

—  Het Droste Effect Bandcamp

psychedelic

space

instrumental

fuzz rock

The Droste effect depicts a smaller picture version of itself in a place where a similar picture would realistically be expected to appear,
as seen on the cover.

mp3@320kbps

Het Droste Effect (2011)

MAYBESHEWILL

Maybeshewill Myspace

'Most bands couldn't juggle the collective noise of Mogwai and Glassjaw without exploding... These songs are extremely quick to kick your teeth in when you least expect it'
- Kerrang

instrumental
post-rock
math-rock
electronica

mp3@VBR
Not For Want Of Trying (2008)

Buckethead

Buckethead Website

'Brian Patrick Carroll, better known as Buckethead, is an American musician and songwriter. He has released 28 solo albums and performed on over 50 more. His music spans such diverse areas as progressive metal, thrash metal, funk, electronica, jazz, bluegrass, and avant-garde music. When performing in his theatrical persona, Buckethead used to wear a KFC bucket on his head, emblazoned with an orange bumper sticker that read "funeral" in capital black block letters, and an expressionless plain white costume mask. More recently, he has switched to a plain white bucket no longer bearing the KFC logo. He also incorporates nunchaku, robot dancing, and toy trading into his stage performances. Buckethead's persona represents a character who was "raised by chickens" and has made it his mission in life to alert the world to the ongoing chicken holocaust in fast-food joints around the globe.'
- Wikipedia

Crazy wonderful shit in here! I'm addicted to this.
A MUST HAVE!

experimental
avant-garde
progressive
instrumental
electronica

mp3@320kbps
Needle In A Slunk Stack (2009)

Kong

Kong Myspace

'The Amsterdam based quadraphonic quartet released a new album which blends all elements of their unconventional style into a heavier and more intense musical collage than ever before. The sound and atmosphere refer and expand on the earlier works of KONG where sampling and electronica played a less prominent role. Still the music contains a lot of weird samples and loops and maintains it's high groove-and-dance factor.'
- Kong Myspace

instrumental
progressive rock

mp3@320kbps
What It Seems Is What You Get (2009)

Echoes Of Yul

Echoes Of Yul Myspace

Echoes Of Yul it's a two piece band from Opole, Poland.
...and if you're a Godflesh fan, you don't want to miss this one.
Being addicted to it!
Take a closer look to 'Clear' track - a journey of sound.

instrumental
experimental
down-tempo
doom

mp3@128kbps
Echoes Of Yul (2009)

Stinking Lizaveta - Sacrifice And Bliss

Stinking Lizaveta Myspace

I would like to read some comments on this one.
Let me know what do you think about it.
I've been listening this one for quite a while and...I love it.
What about you?

Genre: Instrumental | Progressive | 'Jazzy'

mp3@320kbps
Sacrifice And Bliss (2009)

Zonderhoof - S/T (ep)

Zonderhoof Myspace

'...this is a killer stoner-sludge-doom-metal hybrid with some heady atmospherics and plenty of repeat value.'
- StonerRock.com

A MUST HAVE!!!

mp3@320kbps
Zonderhoof (ep) (2007)

Cloudkicker - The Map Is Not The Territory (ep)

Cloudkicker Myspace

Stinks like Meshuggah.
Enjoy it.

Genre: Instrumental | Progressive | Post-Metal

mp3@320kbps
The Map Is Not The Territory (ep) (2009)

Zu - Carboniferous

Zu Myspace

'A powerful and expressive music that totally blows away what most bands do these days.'
- John Zorn

Ladies and gentlemen,
this is my most recently drug that i'm addicted to.
Ingredients of the drug:
Amazing baritone saxophone, rhythm and riot drums, and a giant bass.
A Must Have!

Genre: Instrumental | Math | Avant-garde free jazz

mp3@320kbps
Carboniferous (2009)

Riding Pânico - Lady Cobra

Got references? Isis, Godspeed You! Black Emperor, Ulver, Pelican, Mogwai, Sigur Rós, Tool...
Lady Cobra, produced by Makoto Yagyu (If Lucy Fell) and mixed by Chris Common (These Arsms Are Snakes/Minus The Bear) got 9 tracks of pure instrumental music.
In my opinion there are no such great bands in here, Portugal, but these one i have to say, they have my respect. I've seen them live.
I never went to a instrumental concert before...i never thought that i would love it. Sincerely, this is amazing!
Portugal at his best.
Absolute must have!
...and i don't say this because i'm Portuguese, this is not advertising, this is good music.
Check it!

Riding Pânico Myspace

mp3@192kbps
Lady Cobra (2008)

Caldera - Mist Through Your Consciousness

'Caldera (...) takes you through the filthiest detours but stay assured you'll get your load of insane headbanging listening to these tracks. 

That's what it's all about.'

-myspace.com/caldera666

Caldera plays instrumental doom metal and do not judge the greatness of it.

They come from France and they expel what they do best 

on this Mist Through Your Consciousness!

There's something about France, that i don't know.

Caldera ladys and gentlemen...

Caldera Myspace

mp3@219/320kbps

Mist Through Your Consciousness (2008)