White Canyon & the 5th Dimension is back with its fourth full-length release on Fuzzed Up & Astromoon Records. This is a really strong record that combines Eastern and Western elements to great success. You will hear elements of bands like Kikagaku Moyo, Minami Deutsch, and Upupayāma, as well as traditional Western psych outfits like The Black Angels. Strong basslines, twangy guitars, sitar-like tones, steady rhythmic percussion, and reverb comprise this record’s backbone. There are more than a couple of standout tracks here. The acoustic jam “Inner/Outside” chugs along at a great pace. The deep bassline of the title track will shake the house, while “Howling Pines” will get you dancing about. “Fireflies Dance” takes a step back in time with its classic jangly guitar approach. I really dig that twangy desert tone on “Black Holes.” “Ancient Secrets Of Green Leaf” turns into a real banger with its dense guitar riff and the sweet tremolo on the keys. “Harsh Down” is perhaps the most Black Angels moment on the record, and it reminds me a bit of “Manipulation.” If past demand is any indication, you are going to want to get in on this release right away. White Canyon doesn’t mess around with mediocrity.
To be released on Friday by Fuzzed UP & Astromoon Records. Pay attention for at least one other distr to carry a few copies.
Here is a clip from their latest single. “Fireflies Dance” which quickly sold out.
