Kabbalah (The Omen)
Crank this to 8.6 of 11
Released: 2021
Genre: Psychedelic Rock, Doom
Sounds Like: Ghost, Hookworms, Witchcraft
Homeland: Pamplona, Spain
Track Overview:
1. Stigmatized (3:56)
Sultry fuzz from Alba on this one... we love it.
2. Ceibas (3:16)
Some different vocal harmony slants grow on you over time.
3. Night Comes Near (3:51)
Simplest track of the lot with unique 60's era harmonies.
4. The Ritual (3:19) Standout Track
Blissful doom here with majestic spiraling fretwork... wish it was longer.
5. Lamentations (3:24)
Creepy and illusive.
6. Labyrinth (3:47)
70s inspired vocal melodies on this one, cool "Batman" like fretwork in the beginning.
7. Duna (3:19)
Wild build-up on this track with a powerful close.
8. Liturgy (4:14)
Marching forward movement that spirals out to soothing closure.
Album Nuggets
Female trio from Spain deliver some raw and dark perspectives on their second full-length.
Album has a very classic and authentic feel. Cool production makes for a very warm, steady and calming effect.
Alba's fuzzy fretwork combined with the sultry vocals of Carmen and Marga make for a very engrossing piece of work
Overall... very steady and soothing album.
Brew Pairing
Give 'Gambar Export Tres Maltas' to match the overcast ways of Kabbalah. From Zaragoza Group this extra lager hits you with 7% ABV. This is almost a craft beer that wins you over with its full-bodied creamy texture, a taste finely balanced between its bitter finish and a delicious sweetness. It also boasts an exquisite aroma with hints of syrupy fruit and dried flowers.
Kabbalah are:
Carmen - drums and vocals
Marga - bass and vocals
Alba - guitar
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