Australian heavy psych/desert rock duo Vessel stream their new concept album »The Somnifer«; out now on Majestic Mountain Records!

Bendigo, Australia based heavy psych/desert rock duo Vessel stream their new concept album, »The Somnifer«, which was just released on November 1st, 2024 via Majestic Mountain Records.

Listen to »The Somnifer« on all major streaming services!

Tracklist:
01. The Somnifer
02. Draining The Labyrinth
03. Rapid Eye Movement
04. Eat The Day
05. Delta Waves
06. Recurring Nightmare
07. Regeneration
08. Image Rehearsal Reaction
09. False Awakening Continuum
10. Body And Soul (The Sisters Of Mercy cover)

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Vessel returns with »The Somnifer«, a concept album that draws influence from the underground stoner and doom scenes while delving into the aftermath of trauma and the enigmatic journey of the sleep-state. Written in reflective isolation during the Covid-19 pandemic, guitarist and songwriter Jordan Forster used this time to explore his personal experiences with trauma, paralleling them with the mysterious nature of sleep.

The album captures the different mental stages one can pass through, from feelings of self-empowerment to existential dread. »The Somnifer« takes listeners on a journey that blends the drama of classic doom (Candlemass, Cathedral), cosmic psych explorations (All Them Witches, King Buffalo), and the aggression of hardcore and crossover scenes, with the timeless instrumental journey of classic heavy metal.

The album also features a number of guest appearances, including Neal Stein (El Supremo, ex-Egypt), Andy Shardlow (Josiah), D. Lolli (Mama Doom), and Ceridwen McCooey, adding further depth to its immersive soundscape.

Order »The Somnifer« here:
majesticmountainrecords.bigcartel.com
thevesselproject.bandcamp.com

All songs written and performed by Vessel, except for track 10, originally written by Andrew Eldritch of The Sisters Of Mercy.
Recorded and mixed by Jesse Oberin in Melbourne, Australia.
Mastered by Magnus Lindberg in Stockholm, Sweden.
Drums performed by Marcus Ryan.
Additional vocals on tracks 2 and 3 by D.Lolli.
Bass on track 8 by Andy Shardlow.
Additional lead guitar on track 8 by Mason Matheson and Neal Stein.
Cello on track 9 by Ceridwen McCooey.
Additional synth and sounds by Jesse Oberin.

Vessel is:
Jordan Forster – Guitars
Mason Matheson – Vocals, Bass

FFO: Sleep, King Buffalo, Acid King, Sleepless

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