Sometimes I feel like these are throwaway or at least incomplete Mortiis tracks, but in the most inspired moments on display throughout, there is an even more pronounced medieval vibe than in his parallel main project output of the same period. Which is to say that while similar to Era I Mortiis, there is enough here to distinguish it, and it’s certainly worth everyone’s time.
Also, to those listening for the first time, I find the latter half of the album stronger. Alveus Lacuna
A slow drip of Tropicália-infused psychedelia from New Orleans rock outfit Blue Basin: balmy one moment, aggressive the next. Bandcamp New & Notable Apr 22, 2022
This compilation of songs from cult legend Jay Bolotin has the same stark beauty as prime Leonard Cohen and Jackson C. Frank. Bandcamp New & Notable Dec 1, 2018