MASTODON - Crack the Skye

[GateXII]

Anyone else diggin' this album? It's fukkin' amazing IMO! True prog genius!

Anyone who likes their prog the way the 70s masters did it, MUST check out this album! And the best part is that although there's 70s prog all over this bitch, it does NOT sound dated!

 

[Chris Lotesto]

I am, GREAT album, best Mastodon yet....really happy to see
these guys getting so much attention!

 

[GateXII]

I am, GREAT album, best Mastodon yet....really happy to see
these guys getting so much attention!

Have you watched that bonus DVD that came with it yet? Some pretty amazing behind the scenes studio shit on there!

 

[Chris Lotesto]

Have you watched that bonus DVD that came with it yet? Some pretty amazing behind the scenes studio shit on there!

not yet but definitely looking forward it with that kinda footage!

 

[Will Bozarth]

I don't particularly see what's so great about them, but whatever floats your boat.

 

[Chris Lotesto]

I don't particularly see what's so great about them, but whatever floats your boat.

take it NO Mastodon acoustic covers then??

 

[Will Bozarth]

correct. I was thinking of covering a Soil song for giggles, but then quickly decided against it... only originals!

 

[Srontgorrth]

Album rules.

This.

 

[es156]

I really like the CD and I have my ticket to see them at the Metro later this month. They are going to play the entire CD live on this tour.

 

[GateXII]

After discovering the awesomeness of the album, I checked into seeing them at the Metro. Sold out FTL

It's sold out already?! Shit!!!

 

[General Zod]

I don't particularly see what's so great about them, but whatever floats your boat.

Will... have you heard the new one? I've never been a huige fan of their studio work, but the new one is unreal. A true evolution in their sound. Only time will tell how well it holds up to constant playing, but this has the feel of a landmark release... or as close as anyone has come in quite some time.

Zod

 

[GateXII]

Will... have you heard the new one? I've never been a huige fan of their studio work, but the new one is unreal. A true evolution in their sound. Only time will tell how well it holds up to constant playing, but this has the feel of a landmark release... or as close as anyone has come in quite some time.

Zod

Well, for me...every time I listen to it, I hear something new & it just keeps getting better. Love it!

 

[General Zod]

Well, for me...every time I listen to it, I hear something new & it just keeps getting better. Love it!

Yep... that is the true sign of a great disc. It seems at this point, the band's only limitation is their vocals.

Zod

 

[Cheiron]

Yep... that is the true sign of a great disc. It seems at this point, the band's only limitation is their vocals.

Zod

Which is weird, because I -love- the vocals. Dirty, raw, unique (though, not to be repeititve, I hear a blend of Staley, Osbourne, and clean vocaled Akerfeldt).

I realize its not the quality of singing on say.. Genesis, Journey, or King Crimson...but it works for me.

 

[GateXII]

Yep... that is the true sign of a great disc. It seems at this point, the band's only limitation is their vocals.

Zod

I can totally understand why the vocals would be a turn off for some...no different than Geddy for Rush. Some people hate the vocals, others love it. I, personally love Geddy's vocals...at least on the old stuff. But when people tell me they can't stand his singing, I can't argue...hahaha

Also, keep in mind that everyone in Mastodon sings...and lead vocals by 3 of them. Weirdly enough, all three are somewhat similar sounding & sometimes it's hard to tell who's singing. For example, the very first line of the first song Obliveon is sung by the drummer, Brann...as well as all the lines of that song with that same feel. Weird, but it works for the song...very 70s prog...love it.

Interesting too that Brann writes most of the lyrics & melodies for the band. Very cool how they create music together.

Yeah, yeah...I know I sound like a fanboy, John!!!

 

[NvmbrsDoom5]

Man, I've always liked Mastodon, though I'm not what I'd call a major fan of them or anything. I have yet to hear the new cd but everything I've heard about it seems like this is their landmark release, so I'm very eager to hear it.

 

[General Zod]

I can totally understand why the vocals would be a turn off for some...

Just to clarify, I don't have a problem with the vocals. However, I suspect as the band continues to evolve their sound, the vocals may become a limiting factor. I've read they're not actually able to pull off the clean vocals live (I'll find out in May). And if they want to go into a proggier direction, the vocals may create a hurdle.

Zod

 

[NvmbrsDoom5]

Ok, I've now heard the new Mastodon cd. I think it's motherfucking GREAT. This is just soooooo what I want to hear right now. It's heavy, it's technical, and it's catchy, and that wins for me. I also really like the vocals, contrary to some opinions I see.

This is one case where all the hype and praise didn't lead to a disappointment for me, this is even better than I'd expected.

 

[MaxPrdctns]

Mastodon the movie?

 

[GateXII]

Mastodon the movie?

Hell yeah!!

If done well, the movie could kick ass!! The concept of the album is amazing...but you wouldn't know that cuz you don't care about Mastodon...or their new album.

The bonus DVD that comes with the album explains the concept in fairly good detail & it's very cool! Probably another reason why I love this new album so much...in addition to the musical aspect.