| Details / Tracklist: |
1-1: The Black Stone (10:39)
1-2: Crown-In-The-Muck (8:54)
1-3: Thief (6:52)
1-4: Vision Adjustment To Another Wavelength (4:53)
1-5: Zlida Caosgi (To Water The Earth) (5:26)
1-6: The First Matter (Saturn In The Guise Of Sadness) (9:28)
2-1: The Second Operation (Lunar Water) (13:19)
2-2: Floodgate (7:23)
2-3: And He Built Him A Boat (7:28)
2-4: Passing The River (10:12)
2-5: The Wait Of The World (14:23) |
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| Description: | Hubardo by Kayo Dot, released 11 May 2017.
This version of Hubardo comes as a 2xCD. - CD reissue. Finally back in print, the seventh studio album by the veteran avant-garde band Kayo Dot. Meaning "lantern" or "lamp" in the Enochian language of 16th century magicians John Dee and Edward Kelley, Hubardo follows the epic and heartbreaking narrative of a meteor falling to earth and the alchemical transformation of a lonely poet observer. This album displays aspects of the band's many forms, even moments that hark back to the act's former identity, Maudlin of the Well (including an appearance by MOTW vocalist Jason Byron). It is a dizzying trip through genres and moods that blossoms in wild directions, an out-of-control chemical reaction. From beautiful post-rock passages and demented ballads to tripped-out '70s prog fusion, jazz and black metal, Hubardo masterfully incorporates just about every style imaginable during it's nearly 100 minute run time.6-panel digifile with a 20-page booklet
The title of Track 1-5 is printed on the release as a series of symbols, not in alphanumeric characters. These are read here as on [r=4874646].
[Booklet]
Recorded and mixed at Avast in Seattle, WA, April 2013. Mastered at Chicago Mastering, Inc.
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Copyright ©2013 Kayo Dot /Achorbecula / Ice Level Music."Hubardo" is a CD release by the avant-garde band Kayo Dot, issued by the independent label Flenser. The album stands as one of Kayo Dot's most ambitious and intense works, known for its expansive compositions, dark atmospheres and intricate arrangements that blend elements of experimental metal, progressive rock, contemporary classical music and ambient soundscapes. Across its long-form tracks, "Hubardo" moves between ferocious heaviness and fragile, almost orchestral passages, creating a cinematic listening experience that rewards full, concentrated immersion.
Musically, the album is characterized by complex song structures, dynamic shifts and an expressive use of instrumentation that can include guitars, bass, drums, brass, woodwinds and electronics. Vocals range from haunting melodies to harsh, cathartic screams, underlining the emotional breadth of the record. Lyrically and atmospherically, "Hubardo" explores themes of transformation, darkness and transcendence, making it particularly compelling for listeners who appreciate challenging, deeply layered music.
Kayo Dot, formed by composer and multi-instrumentalist Toby Driver after the dissolution of his earlier band Maudlin of the Well, has built a strong reputation in the underground for constantly pushing genre boundaries and redefining what experimental metal and art rock can be. Over the years, the group has gained critical acclaim for its fearless innovation, its eclectic discography and its ability to bridge the worlds of metal, avant-prog and modern classical music. "Hubardo" is frequently cited by fans as one of the band's key works, exemplifying their vision and compositional depth.
The CD format offers the complete album in high sound quality, with the advantage of uninterrupted, album-length listening as originally intended by the artist. Depending on the specific pressing, the physical edition may include a booklet with artwork and lyrics that further deepen the conceptual and visual world of "Hubardo".
Flenser (often referred to as The Flenser) is an independent record label known for its focus on dark, experimental and boundary-pushing music, ranging from avant-garde metal to gloomy singer-songwriter releases and experimental rock. The label has earned a dedicated following among listeners who seek unconventional, emotionally intense sounds and has been instrumental in bringing some of the most innovative underground artists to a wider audience. A release on Flenser is often a sign of stylistic daring and high artistic standards, making this edition of "Hubardo" an especially attractive choice for collectors and fans of adventurous music. |
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