Red Spektor – ‘Heart Of The Renewed Sun’ (Kozmik Artifactz)
When a friend whom you respect and admire, not least for their discerning musical taste, recommends that you check out a new band, it is the least you can do, out of that respect and admiration, to do so… which is exactly how Monk first encountered West Midlands stoner crüe Red Spektor, when his good friend, and photographer extraordinaire, Simon Dunkerley mentioned they were playing one of the minor stages at one of the myriad Hard Rock Hell festivals they have both attended over the years… to say that the boss man was impressed would be something of an understatement. As a result, both himself and the entire ÜR team have been keeping a close eye on the trio’s development ever since – which brings us neatly to this, their stunning second album…
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