Florida occult stoner/doom metal trio Smoke Mountain presents second full-length album »The Rider«; out today via Argonauta Records!

Tallahassee, Florida based occult stoner/doom metal trio Smoke Mountain has just released their second full-length album »The Rider« today, March 28th, 2025 via Argonauta Records.

Listen to »The Rider« on Spotify, Apple Music and other streaming platforms!

Tracklist:
01. Hell Or Paradise
02. The Way To Heaven
03. Bringer Of Doom
04. The Rider
05. The Sun And Heavens Fall
06. Demon
07. Violent Night
08. Smoke Mountain

Courtesy of Grand Sounds PR:

Get ready! »The Rider«, the crushing new album from Smoke Mountain, is now streaming exclusively via The Obelisk! Experience the full record ahead of its official release this Friday, March 28, on CD & digital platforms. The deluxe vinyl edition is on the way and will be available in about two weeks! Stay tuned and crank it up!

Pre-order »The Rider« here: argonautarecords.com/shop

Smoke Mountain, the celebrated doom trio hailing from Tallahassee, Florida, is thrilled to announce the release of their highly anticipated new album, »The Rider«, out March 28th 2025 via Argonauta Records. Alongside this announcement, the band has unveiled the album’s first single and video, »Hell Or Paradise«, offering fans a tantalizing glimpse into the next chapter of their musical journey.

Formed in 2015, Smoke Mountain quickly carved out a place in the doom metal scene with their self-titled debut EP in 2017, which garnered widespread acclaim and set the stage for their first full-length album. Released via Italy’s Argonauta Records in 2020, »Queen Of Sin« earned critical praise for its haunting melodies, crushing riffs, and atmospheric depth.

With »The Rider«, Smoke Mountain builds upon this legacy while exploring new sonic territories. The album remains true to the band’s doom roots, showcasing their signature blend of occult themes, heavy grooves, and evocative lyrics. At the same time, it reveals a matured approach to melody, arrangement, and production.

The record features eight tracks: five brand-new compositions alongside remastered versions of the three songs from the band’s seminal EP, available on vinyl for the first time.

The album’s lead single, »Hell Or Paradise«, captures the band’s evolution both lyrically and musically.

Describing the new album, the band shares: “»The Rider« combines elements of the past, present, and future of Smoke Mountain. In addition to featuring the three songs from our debut EP, »The Rider« contains five powerful new tracks that provide a glimpse into the direction the band is heading. We’re very happy with the final product.”

»The Rider« is more than just an album; it’s a statement of Smoke Mountain’s place in the doom metal pantheon – a record that bridges their origins with the promise of what’s to come.

Stay tuned for the full album release and prepare to embark on an unrelenting journey through the haunting and hypnotic world of Smoke Mountain.

Smoke Mountain is:
Sarah Pitt – Vocals
Lee Pitt – Guitar
Brian Pitt – Drums

Bojan Bidovc // music enthusiast, promoter, misanthrop and sometimes a journalist as well