Kayo Dot...

I haven't gotten on the topic of many albums to come out this year yet, so I figure this is a good time to mention one album that has genuinely caught my attention thus far into 2006. The avant metal band Kayo Dot has just released their second album titled Dowsing Anemone with Copper Tongue. Formed from members of maudlin of the Well along with some new faces as well, Kayo Dot is merely a continuation of the direction that maudlin of the Well would of probably taken. The music isn't to terribly different if compared next to each other. However, Kayo Dot have added something to the mix with this album. On Dowsing Anemone With Copper Tongue, Kayo Dot spans across many genres of music, mostly meddling in post-rock, metal, jazz, and some classical. The album consists of 5 songs, most rolling over the 10 minute mark with ease. The most appealing thing to me about this album is the fact that at moments it is incredibly soothing and the guitar work is so beautiful. However, in mere minutes it can turn from slumber to devastation and become something incredibly different, a Jekyll and Hyde of sorts. The combination pays off though, as the music is very well crafted and will easily keep you listening for the 70 or so minutes this puppy runs. This the first album of 2006 that has truly impressed me, so take note! I would also highly suggest picking up their first album Choirs of the Eye if interested.

Kayo Dot - Gemini Becoming the Tripod [MP3]

You can either pick up Kayo Dot albums directly from their website or hit up Amazon if they are sold out.