Motorpsycho - Here Be Monsters (LP, 2016)

This LP was released in 2016.

Motorpsycho, the Norwegian powerhouse of progressive, stoner, and psychedelic rock, delivers a sprawling, genre-defying journey with Here Be Monsters. Released in February 2016 under the Det Nordenfjeldske Grammofonselskab label, this 46-minute odyssey blends space-rock grandeur with the raw energy of art and stoner rock, creating a sound that’s as hypnotic as it is immersive.

The album unfolds with hypnotic precision, kicking off with the dreamy, reverb-drenched title track before diving into the sprawling, multi-faceted "Lacuna/Sunrise." Tracks like "Running With Scissors" and "I. M. S." showcase Motorpsycho’s knack for weaving intricate grooves and explosive instrumental passages, while the bluesy swagger of "Big Black Dog" adds a touch of grit. The closing "Sleepwalking Again" circles back to the album’s hypnotic core, leaving listeners in a state of blissful disorientation.

With Here Be Monsters, Motorpsycho cements their reputation as architects of sonic exploration, crafting an album that’s as unpredictable as it is rewarding. If you crave music that challenges and delights in equal measure, this is a voyage worth taking.