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NEW MUSIC SPOTLIGHT: THE OWLING- INTRAVENOUS FLOW

Late last year, I introduced you all to the band The Owling. Their debut album, You Don’t Bow, You Will Learn” hit me out of nowhere and was a perfect end note to the year. Now, Kal Michael (guitar/vocals) and Art Quanstrom (drums), have kept their creative flow going and have released a new EP titled, Intravenous Flow.

Intravenous Flow is quite the perfect title for this release. Clocking in at just about twenty five minutes, the way this EP plays out really feels more like an album. The title track, “Intravenous Flow” starts things off and truly does have quite the flow. The delicate nature of the guitar creates a warm texture against the ambient cymbals and drums, while the vocals float on top. In a way there’s a post punk tinge to go along with the doom riffs and thunder drums. “Hollowed” is quite possibly my favorite song by The Owling. There’s a really cool almost Neurosis vibe to this song and it’s one of those really great slow burn songs. And then comes the cover song you didn’t know you needed, Ozzy Osbourne’s “Mama I’m Coming Home.” I quite enjoy this version. The way it pays homage to the original but, sways more into Sabbath territory is treat. Closing out this record is an acoustic version of “Intravenous Flow,” And what I said prior still stands, this one truly is THE delicate one.

I haven’t had the chance to see The Owling live yet but, I sure will soon. These songs live are going to be huge! The Owling aren’t just the a typical doom/insert other genre here band. When you listen you hear substance and depth. Something that is truly missing from so much rock music these days. Take your time with this record and really listen.

The Owling Online HERE

BY: Brian Lacy

The Owling- Intravenous Flow:

The Owling- You Don’t Bow You Will Learn:

NEW MUSIC SPOTLIGHT: CURSE- CRUEL

Melody and heavy music goes together like peanut butter and jelly. Strange thought to think about but, it’s quite true. That being said, one of the things I really do enjoy about a good melodic song is the way it feels infectious and hooks you. A couple years back while booking a show for the band Will Haven in Los Angeles, I came across a band that struck the right chord with my ears and that band was, Curse. Curse are a very rocking melodic heavy rock band. Big riffs, pulsating/driving rhythms, soaring vocals and hooks for days is what listening to Curse feels like. The first release “Cruel” from their new EP, Dimming Sun, is chock full of that rich 90’s heavy alternative sound with the best of early 00’s melodicism. As an added bonus Kemble Walters of Chevelle/Aeges produced Dimming Sun. There is more to come from Curse as they will be unveiling a new video for each song over the course of the next few weeks.

Curse- Cruel:

Curse Online HERE:

AUDIOECLECTICA INTERVIEWS: RYAN STUBER (TREDICI, ex SHUVEL)

This is quite a fun and exciting interview to present to you all. It’s with great excitement that Audioeclectica shares this very in depth interview with Ryan Stuber from the band Tredici. You might also know Ryan from the band Shuvel, and if you’ve been to the Roxy Theatre in the last fifteen plus years, you saw Ryan there as he was the manager! We go into all the details of Shuvel, their time on Ozzfest 2000, tour stories, time working at the Roxy, musical projects through the years leading up to his new band, Tredici. So, get to your favorite place to listen, grab your favorite beverage and listen to this great interview with Audioeclectica and Ryan.

AUDIOECLECTICA INTERVIEWS: RYAN STUBER (Tredici, ex Shuvel):

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CREDITS:
Host: Brian Lacy (Audioeclectica)
Co-Host- Justin Sinclair (Sinister Reviews)

Interviewee: Ryan Stuber of Tredici

Background Music: Vufcup

Distributed By: Lucky Star Radio

TREDICI’S LATEST SINGLE- BUTTERFLIES:

NEW MUSIC SPOTLIGHT: FUTURELUST- STRAY

I’ve been impatiently waiting for new music from Futurelust and it’s finally here! Futurelust has been hard at work on new songs for an upcoming release. This new song “Stray” continues on their cinematic rock style with soaring melodic vocals. There’s something really cool and intriguing about this band. It’s really great to hear a band that cares so much about writing great songs. Their debut album is chock full of stellar songs. As well as the couple stand alone singles. I’ve had the pleasure of booking Futurelust on a couple shows over the last few years and they fast became one of my favorite new bands. Though they recently relocated to the Nashville area, I don’t doubt, they will be leaving their mark on the music scene out there! And if you are out in their are when they are playing a show, go see them! I personally can’t wait to hear more! Way to go gents!

Futurelust- Stray:

Futurelust Online:

Instagram:   / futurelustmusic  

Facebook:   / futurelustmusic  

Website: https://futurelustmusic.com

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7xNZ5…

Listen to the debut album “For the Ones That Got Away”: https://ampl.ink/ZDlDB

ALBUM RANK UPDATED: DEFTONES

For well over thirty years now, Deftones have cemented themselves as one of rock and alternative music’s most influential and inspiring bands. Throughout their career, they’ve always pushed the boundaries of genres and constantly found new elements to add into their ten studio albums. When you listen to a band like Deftones, it can be a bit polarizing in that you expect one thing and get something else. Not every album in a band’s catalog is going to be amazing. Some right away will be “That One,” while others might take a bit to grow on the listener. And sometimes, you just have a dud. It all happens. Even a dud, albeit as a whole might not be good, there are still some moments or songs that give it a glimmer of a bright spot. RAnking albums is never easy especially when you tackle a catalog such as Deftones. And with that here’s the Audioeclectica Updated Album Rank.

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ALBUM OF THE WEEK: THE OWLING- YOU DON’T BOW YOU WILL LEARN

I love albums that you can put on and let them just take you on a ride. Then there is that feeling you get when that right chord, melody or rhythm strikes. Also, it’s really refreshing to hear a band make an actual “album” and not just a collection of songs! Let me introduce you to, The Owling! This two piece Los Angeles based band is fast becoming a favorite of mine. Their sound is the perfect mix of 90’s Rock, Doom and Sludge with a very cinematic/poetic approach. The Owling’s debut album, You Don’t Bow You Will Learn, is a of righteous slab of riffs, and driving rhythms with vocals that soar. Think about driving down an open desert highway at sunset or sunrise with the windows down and this album blasting. Are you there yet? That’s exactly how this album feels. With each listen you find a different song to be your favorite. One other aspect about You Don’t Bow You Will Learn that I really enjoy is the use of space/ambience. When you listen, at certain moments, it’s almost like the fog machine is on and you get lost in the epic nature of the song. I very much look forward to what 2026 will bring for The Owling! Check out this band and be sure to buy a copy of their debut album and see them live! Also, quick shout out to Dean Karr for his badassery of great photo’s of the band and album cover. Talk about nailing an essence in a photo!

The Owling- You Don’t Bow You Will Learn:

BAND OF THE WEEK: LVX

A few days ago I heard a song that really intrigued me. I must have listened to it at least a dozen times. The song is quite a cinematic one with bits of industrial, post-punk/goth vibes and a heavy side that pulsates throughout in a myriad of of ways. The band is called LVX and the song is called “Writhe.” LVX is the brainchild of Justin Hanson and Garrett Smith. Justin was the drummer of the LA based band Lesser Key, who if you haven’t heard, check it out! “Writhe” also features guitar work by Paul D’Amour, formerly of Tool as well as Lesser Key. The title of the song is quite fitting as the whole thing unfolds. I’m very interested in what else is to come from LVX. Keep your ears and eyes open for LVX as 2026 comes!

LVX- WRITHE:

Written By: Brian Lacy

TITLE TRACKS: TOOL- UNDERTOW

I have an interesting theory on title tracks. More often than not, the title track on an album is a deeper cut, towards the end of the album. My theory is that the “title track” is a bit of a summation of what the album encompasses. It could be musically, lyrically, thematic or the all around tonality of what the album is about. There are quite a few bands that do this on a consistent basis and I quite enjoy it. One of those bands is Tool. They have successfully done this three times (Undertow, Aenima and Lateralus). As much as I love “Lateralus” I really have to say “Undertow” might just be the best of the three. The song itself has a lot of different vibes to it. You have the heavy aspects, the syncopated rhythms, but the more progressive elements mixed with a bit of psychedelia puts this one over. “Undertow” is a song you can get lost in and it’s placement in the album sequence really lets the song become its own entity. I’m glad to see that “Undertow” made it back into the set list the past few years. More songs off of the album itself need to be played live. Less Fear Inoculum and more of the songs not played enough!!

Tool- Undertow:

MEMORABLE LIVE PERFORMANCES: ALICE IN CHAINS WITH JAMES HETFIELD

The year is 2006 and Alice In Chains have begun their triumphant return. Getting out there and bringing the songs we all know and love back to life was one of those things that the universe got right. When this all started going again, you could tell that the fans were really glad to have Alice back. Granted the late Layne Staley was not a part of this but, William DuVall has truly shown he is up for the job and does a stellar job. During Alice In Chains summer festival run in Europe back in 2006, the band welcomed a very special guest to join them on stage for “Would?” That guest was the one and only James Hetfield of Metallica. This version of “Would?” is fantastic and will give you chills for sure. I still hope for the day we can get a Metallica and Alice In Chains tour! Can you imagine the how awesome that would be? I sure can! Enjoy this really memorable performance!!

Alice In Chains w/ James Hetfield- “Would?”:

SONG OF THE WEEK: WITKIN- HARD TO BE HAPPY

I’m sure you all have heard one of those songs, that when you hear it, it just feels right. The way the music hits you or the words, it’s just this serene thing to happen. This week, one of my favorite Los Angeles bands, released a new single and it’s really been a delight to listen over and over. I’m talking about the band Witkin and their new single “Hard To Be Happy.” I’ve had the pleasure of booking Witkin at a few Cobalt shows over the past year and this is the real deal. If you dig on 70’s era Bowie, 90’s alt rock and a dash of glam, then you will definitely dig on this! “Hard To Be Happy” is one of those anthemic songs that really shines a bright light. It’s very cool to hear optimism in a song like this. Witkin is having an album release show on Saturday October 18th at Corbin Bowl in Tarzana. Make sure you save that date and come rock out with me and Witkin!

Witkin- Hard To Be Happy:

Find Witkin Online:

Instagram: @witkin_music