Scott Spiers
What truly separates The Infinite Mirror is the flawless production. I don't mean audiophile per se, but every nuance of this album is captured and produced with care and attention. One of the best headphone experiences I've ever had with a Heavy record, of any era.
Favorite track: Tethered.
Steve Rodger
IMO Ritual King are a superb UK band and they are so well suited to being on Ripple Music their music encapsulates the very heart of all that’s great about the label…
From the enigmatic corridors of Manchester's underground stoner rock scene emerges Ritual King's latest magnum opus, 'The Infinite Mirror'.
A journey that transcends the traditional boundaries of stoner psych rock, this album is a testament to the band's continued evolution and their ability to tread new sonic territories.
'The Infinite Mirror' delves deep into the human psyche, exploring themes of introspection, duality, and the eternal search for meaning. It’s an album that demands to be experienced in its entirety, with each track acting as a fragment of a larger, interconnected whole.
Musically, 'The Infinite Mirror' sees Ritual King pushing the envelope further than ever before. While their signature heavy riffs and intoxicating rhythms are very much present, they're complemented by expansive, atmospheric passages that transport listeners to otherworldly realms.
From the hypnotic realm of ';Flow State' to the expansive soundscape of the title track 'The Infinite Mirror' the album boasts a sonic palette that's as diverse as it is mesmerizing.
Its masterful balance of heaviness and harmony sets 'The Infinite Mirror' apart. It’s a record that can plunge into darker realms, only to emerge into passages of serene elegance, reflecting the very duality it seeks to explore. The album's mostly live production is pristine, capturing every
nuance and ensuring that even the most intricate of layers is given space to breathe.
Lyrically, Ritual King has crafted a personal and universal narrative. Delving into topics of self-discovery, existentialism, and the interconnectedness of all things, the lyrics invite listeners to embark on their own journey of reflection, all while being enveloped in the band's captivating soundscapes.
With The Infinite Mirror, Ritual King has not just released an album, but a statement. It’s a declaration of their versatility and their ambition. For both long-time fans and newcomers, 'The Infinite Mirror' promises an auditory journey like no other. Prepare to gaze deep within, and discover the endless possibilities that lie beyond the reflection.
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The flac version of this sounds great in my truck... not a crunch, clip or boom to be heard. That, in itself, gets this major points.
This is a lovely combination of early Floyd, U2 and a few San Francisco bands from the '60s with a heavy dose of Helmet tossed in. It's definitely best of breed when it comes to modern psych stuff. Even without a Hammond B3, it gets an easy A+... rick-taylor
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It's only four tracks, yes, but it's four tracks of great cosmic psychedelia.
Here's my full review - https://www.7thlevelmusic.com/?p=12710 Nik Havert
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