#ORB “Tailem Bend”

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ORB "Womb" 2015 (Cassette) + "Birth" 2016 + "Naturality" 2017 + "The Space Between" 2018 + "Tailem Bend" 2024  Geelong,Australia Heavy Psych,Garage,Stoner Rock

full spotify

https://open.spotify.com/album/1Iv3Ekk4CxYkdUqpalXztm

https://open.spotify.com/album/7beouXGX1VHM0hBr5E6KtM

https://open.spotify.com/album/1sZyCvuZRJ0i03AYjr0w2X

https://open.spotify.com/album/7fllzZfYCMpwyRIIC28JVM

full bandcamp

https://orband.bandcamp.com/album/womb-2

ORB "Womb" 2015

Tracklist Birth of a New Moon 05:31 Iron Mountain 06:30 11th Commandment 06:48 O.R.B. (Childhood's End) 06:52 Rainbow's End 05:14 Cassette  Tracklist Birth Of A New Moon 5:31 Iron Mountain 6:30 11th Commandment 6:48 O.R.B. (Childhoods End) 6:52 Rainbows End 5:14 Birth Of A New Moon 5:31 Iron Mountain 6:30 11th Commandment 6:48 O.R.B. (Childhoods End) 6:52 Rainbows End

ORB "Birth" 2016

The skies have opened and dropped on us a trio of kids from Geelong, Australia packing some seriously futuristic sludge: ORB. A heaping helping of proto-metal chops meets paranoid sci fi fantastical ravings, replete with some tasty syntheisiser werk that breaks it up just so. Close mic’d to perfection by Total Control’s own Mikey Young, these epics swing with demonic swagger and crackle with the static of a menacing future, twisting and churning through loose-limbed riffery, all punctuated by a wail that sounds as if it’s coming from every hidden camera outside the Ministry of Love. A proggy but in the pocket head-trip hard rock record for the table to be sure, and hopefully these Aussies will be bringing their dystopian groove your way soon. It’s out on Castle Face in the USA and Canada and Flightless in Australia on July 1st....~ Tracklist Iron Mountain Reflection Birth Of A New Moon (instrumental) First And Last Men Electric Blanket

ORB "Naturality" 2017

Tracklist Hazelwart A Man In The Sand You Are Right O.R.B. Immortal Tortoise Mother Brain Flying Sorcerer Rainbow's End

ORB "The Space Between" 2018

Tracklist  Space Between The Planets I Want What I Want General Electric Silverfern Glitch In The Sky Matrix Lucifers Lament Stonefruit I. Dragon Fruit II. Rock Melon III. Jazz Apple

ORB "Tailem Bend" 2024

It wasn’t meant to be six years between albums for ORB. The Geelong-forged trio last graced us with a studio offering in the form of 2018’s characteristically heady ‘The Space Between’, before touring Europe and America back-to-back supporting King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard in 2019. But time rarely passes as expected, whether slowed by pandemics, side pursuits or other vagaries of daily life. What’s important is that a fourth album is finally here, with enough byways and trapdoors to keep us well occupied indeed. Saturated in vintage warmth and depth, ‘Tailem Bend’ showcases ORB’s knack for achieving tuneful hypnosis amidst a dank roominess. It snakes through big, brash riffing as often as it does sun-dappled psych pop, with memorable rhythmic runs and funky wah licks along the way. As signalled by the cover artwork from Parsnip’s Paris Richens – which depicts either a swan or a fish, depending on how you look at it – ORB have returned with an album that rewards taking it in from multiple angles. There’s plenty of the band we know and love, but there’s also enough of the new to prompt a healthy succession of double takes. There are still the inevitable avalanches of fuzz, but also present now are mellower passages and a renewed focus on rhythm and space. It’s not a wholesale departure, but it’s distinctive enough to be reflected in the album title itself. The source? Tailem Bend is a quiet town in South Australia whose name was evocative enough to catch the band’s collective eye on tour. Conjuring images for them of some lost prog act, the name reportedly derives from the Ngarrindjeri word “thelim”, referring to a sharp bend in the nearby Murray River. That made it especially suited to a record that packs many dramatic turns of its own – all without breaking its natural flow......~ Credits Zak Olsen - Guitar / Bass / Vocals David Gravelin - Guitar / Bass Callum Shortel - Guitar Jamie Harmer - Drums Additional vocals by Emma Bailey and Ashley Goodall Piano and Electric Piano by Jesse Williams Congas by Nick van Bakel Tracklist A1 Tailem Bend A2 Karma Comes A3 Can't Do That A4 Golden Arch B1 Skyclock B2 You Do B3 Morph B4 Commandment

ORB "Womb" 2015 (Cassette) + "Birth" 2016 + "Naturality" 2017 + "The Space Between" 2018 + "Tailem Bend" 2024  Geelong,Australia Heavy Psych,Garage,Stoner Rock

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[thejoyofviolentmovement]

The members of Geelong, Australia-based outfit ORB — Zak Olsen (vocals, guitar, bass), David Gravolin (guitar, bass) and Jamie Harner (drums) — have had a lengthy career, starting in earnest with a lengthy stint in their first band as teenagers, The Frowning Clouds. Since starting ORB, the Aussie trio have released two albums, 2017’s Neutrality and 2018’s The Space Between, which they supposed with a European and North American tour opening for King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard back in 2019. The band’s long-awaited and highly-anticipated album, the Tim Dunn-produced Tailem Bend is slated for a July 12, 2024 release through Fuzz Club globally and through Flightless Records in Australia. The band didn’t intend for six years to pass without an album, but there’s little in life that happens as expected — or as desired. Much like all of us, the COVID-19 pandemic threw a monkey wrench into their plans. And then add side pursuits and the other vagaries of daily life that we all know too well. Tailem Bend derives its name from a quiet South Australian town, whose name caught the band’s collective eye while on tour. For the band, the name conjured images of some long lost prog rock act; however, the town’s name reportedly is derived from the Ngarrindjeri word “thelim,” referring to a sharp bend in the nearby Murray River. Written over the course of 2021 and 2022 and finished in the studio early last year, Tailem Bend‘s material is saturated in vintage warmth and depth while showcasing a bold leap forward in their sound and approach that’s not a complete departure: Continuing to be anchored around their unerring knack for being tunefully hypnotic, the album’s material sees the trio infusing heavy doom-leaning jams with a lighter psych pop sensibility and funky rhythmic grooves. There still fuzzy power chord-driven riffs, but the material also features some mellower passages and a renewed focus on rhythm and space. A deep sense of shared history also informs the album’s material. The Aussie trio reunite with Tim Dunn, who produced several Frowning Cloud albums. The album also features guest spots from former Frowning Cloud bandmate and current frontman of Banana Gun, Nick van Bankel (conga); The Murlocs‘ Callum Shortal, who often plays live shows with ORB (guitar); Leah Senior’s Girlatones‘ and Baby Blue’s Jesse Williams (piano) and Emma Bailey (backing vocals) and Ashely Goodall (backing vocals). To celebrate the album’s announcement and build some buzz on the album, the members of ORB recently shared “Can’t Do That”/”Morph.” The A-side “Can’t Do That” is an expansive jam anchored around fuzzy blues-tinged power chords, a funky and mind-bending, motorik-like groove paired punchy hook that channels a synthesis of Thin Lizzy, Ram Jam‘s “Black Betty,” Black Sabbath and jazz fusion. “‘Can’t Do That’ started out from a demo of mine,” the band’s David Gravolin says. “Tried to sound like W.I.T.C.H., ended up sounding like Thin Lizzy.” The band’s Zak Olsen adds that “Lyrically it’s about having self-respect in low times.” The B-side “Morph” features some heavy yet melodic, Black Sabbath-like riffage paired with Olsen’s reverb-soaked Ozzy Osbourne-inspired delivery singing some trippy lyrics. Play loud, smoke some ganja and then vibe out!

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VENDREDI 13 DECEMBRE

CHILD - SOUL MURDER

MIKE GARSON - THE BOWIE VARIATIONS

ROBOT GOD - SUBCONSCIOUS AWEKENING

ORB - TAILEM BEND

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"Tailem Bend" by ORB https://ift.tt/a1KDJLt

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“Karma Comes”: Orb's Mesmerizing Blend of Heavy Psych and Stoner Metal in Tailem Bend

Orb’s latest track, “Karma Comes,” from their album Tailem Bend, is a powerful offering in the heavy psych and stoner metal genres. The band showcases their ability to blend deeply rooted psychedelic influences with the gritty, immersive qualities of stoner metal, creating a soundscape that is both expansive and intense. From the opening riffs, “Karma Comes” grabs your attention with its dense, fuzzy guitar tones and a rhythm section that is both heavy and hypnotic. The song’s structure is a journey in itself, with dynamic shifts that keep the listener engaged from start to finish. Orb masterfully balances the line between chaos and melody, providing a listening experience that is as thought-provoking as it is visceral. The vocals on “Karma Comes” are raw and commanding, weaving seamlessly with the instrumental backdrop to evoke a sense of impending doom and catharsis. Lyrically, the track delves into themes of cosmic justice and the inescapable nature of karma, adding a layer of depth to the already rich musical tapestry. One of the standout elements of this track is the way Orb uses space and atmosphere. The production is lush and multi-dimensional, allowing each instrument to shine while contributing to the overall heaviness of the track. The use of reverb and delay creates an almost otherworldly ambiance, perfectly complementing the psychedelic aspects of the music. “Karma Comes” is a testament to Orb’s growth as a band and their ability to push the boundaries of heavy psych and stoner metal. It’s a track that demands multiple listens, each time revealing new layers and nuances. For fans of the genre, and for those looking for a powerful, immersive musical experience, “Karma Comes” is not to be missed. https://youtu.be/-QaqDv_RWiI?si=ng9tCERfFfO6RBxs Read the full article

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“Karma Comes”: Orb's Mesmerizing Blend of Heavy Psych and Stoner Metal in Tailem Bend

Orb’s latest track, “Karma Comes,” from their album Tailem Bend, is a powerful offering in the heavy psych and stoner metal genres. The band showcases their ability to blend deeply rooted psychedelic influences with the gritty, immersive qualities of stoner metal, creating a soundscape that is both expansive and intense. From the opening riffs, “Karma Comes” grabs your attention with its dense, fuzzy guitar tones and a rhythm section that is both heavy and hypnotic. The song’s structure is a journey in itself, with dynamic shifts that keep the listener engaged from start to finish. Orb masterfully balances the line between chaos and melody, providing a listening experience that is as thought-provoking as it is visceral. The vocals on “Karma Comes” are raw and commanding, weaving seamlessly with the instrumental backdrop to evoke a sense of impending doom and catharsis. Lyrically, the track delves into themes of cosmic justice and the inescapable nature of karma, adding a layer of depth to the already rich musical tapestry. One of the standout elements of this track is the way Orb uses space and atmosphere. The production is lush and multi-dimensional, allowing each instrument to shine while contributing to the overall heaviness of the track. The use of reverb and delay creates an almost otherworldly ambiance, perfectly complementing the psychedelic aspects of the music. “Karma Comes” is a testament to Orb’s growth as a band and their ability to push the boundaries of heavy psych and stoner metal. It’s a track that demands multiple listens, each time revealing new layers and nuances. For fans of the genre, and for those looking for a powerful, immersive musical experience, “Karma Comes” is not to be missed. https://youtu.be/-QaqDv_RWiI?si=ng9tCERfFfO6RBxs Read the full article