English band Wolf People bang out a real 70’s psychedelic offering that does have appeal. From the same label that introduced us to Black Mountain it’s an interesting mix and certainly worth taking note off….
If you like your rock ‘n roll heavily dosed up with 60’s and early 70’s psychedelica in a totally retro kinda way then look no further than Wolf People. ‘Steeple’ is their debut album and the band unashamedly tribute this bygone era with a strong album of folkish metal rock complete with flutes, organs and all those other hippyish sounding instruments – but it works and works well. Their record label, Jagjaguwar also hosts Black Mountain and dare I say it, there’s a trend developing here; a modern take on a bygone sound with a new and interesting twist. Both bands seems heavily influenced by the 60’s and 70’s with a definite tip off the hat to Black Sabbath somewhere in there too. But there is nothing that screams imitation about ‘Steeple.’ It sounds like it was meant to be with original compositions that hold one’s interest throughout. The band is tight and move effortlessly through their songs and although they clearly are locked in the 70’s, it’s a strangely original offering that results from the 9 tracker, as they tread wilfully between revivalism and a sound that indeed is timeless.
Rating : 3/5 – Pretty Cool
Reviewed By : Damien Albetto
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