Comets on Fire

Today is the day, friendlies. Well, for those of you who have been clamoring over the arrival of the latest Comets LP. My favorite of the Ben Chasney projects, Comets on Fire blend an interesting mix of 70's psych-rock, sprawling guitars and full tilt spazz, which never lacks intensity or direction.

Avatar is a departure from 04's Blue Cathedral, though. It's tamer, for one thing, but also much tighter musically. Fans of Cathedral will certainly dig it, especially those that are into Sunburned Hand of the Man. Folks that found Blue Cathedral too "out there", will probably give them a second chance with this offering. I'm a longtime Comets/Six Organs fan, and this just might be my favorite studio release from a Ben Chasney outfit. I'll sing it's praises all day long.

Lastly, if you get the chance, see them live. I promise you will not leave disappointed.

Comets on Fire - Sour Smoke
Comets on Fire - Dogwood Rust