I was browsing through reddit when I came across this band as it was proclaimed "the east coast's strongest doom". Naturally, I was intriguied - doesn't take much to pique my interest and to be frank I was due a bit of some more regular posting in this blog.
Now I'm not really sure on that "strongest doom" claim, but Horseskull sure do punch you in the jaw for all the energy they are packing up. After a long while of turning my attention to classic, funeral-y or drone/atmospheric doom, I have to admit that I grew lax on the more headbanger blend. Certainly what Horseskull bring to the table - nasty, sweaty, poorly dressed and most likely drunk kinda music, like a good old-fashioned tavern brawl.
Headbanging indeed. I can see how they would put quite a show. The album is well put together, nothing too unpredictable as you dive into it. Solid and reliable throughout, with a nice slower instrumental ending to boot.
Now where's my beer?
