Purple Hill Witch sounds like a lost reel from a 1973 recording session found in a Norwegian forest. It is heavy, but it possesses a specific kind of swing that modern doom often loses in favor of sheer volume. The guitars are thick and saturated with analog warmth, while the vocals carry that distinct, slightly nasal urgency that defines the best of the proto-metal era.
What makes them stand out is their refusal to be purely 'slow.' While they lean into the doom aesthetic, there is a thrashy, NWOBHM-inspired filthiness that creeps into their faster passages. They capture the 'occult rock' vibe without falling into the trap of being overly theatrical, keeping the focus on the chemistry of a power trio locked into a deep, fuzzy groove.
Start with their self-titled debut for a masterclass in modern stoner-doom, or dive into 'Celestial Cemetery' if you want to hear them expand their psychedelic horizons. It is music for people who think the best metal was made before 1982 but still want to hear something fresh and dangerous.
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