While going through my facebook timeline, I noticed that BillyGoat from Doomed & Stoned posted a link to a band called Muscle and Marrow. I believe he described it as "Like Hydra Head employed Rose Kemp to write for Chelsea Wolfe. The results are rather wonderful." Of course being a fan of Chelsea Wolfe and bands from Portland, Oregon, I clicked on the link and was just amazed. It was very dark and moody and just a good atmosphere surrounding it.. This was something that I can get behind, so I purchased the vinyl at their bandcamp page.
"Surround The Fire" is probably my favorite track. I believe this song describes what Muscle and Marrow are all about. And if you heard my "Top 5 Song of 2014" in my podcast, then you know why this song was #1. "Childhood" is one heavy tune. And after hearing "Spirit", I just had to push that play button again.
Now a lot of people have compared Kira Clark to Chelsea Wolfe. But I have to admit that I hear more PJ Harvey in her voice. Then again, I have to say that Kira does have a sound of her own. And with McGraw's skin pounding, these two make Muscle and Marrow the unique band that they are. If you're looking for something new, then I highly recommend grabbing "The Human Cry". It's definitely a great experience. This crushing album deserves a good "5 Hitler Punched in the Face" rating. Not sure if the vinyl are still available, but you can download the album at https://muscleandmarrow.bandcamp.com/
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