Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs: Heavy Metal Sleepwalkers with "Land of Sleeper"
From the industrial heart of Newcastle, UK, Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs (or Pigs x7 for those in a hurry) have unleashed a beast of an album with their 2023 offering, "Land of Sleeper". This band, known for their relentless assault of stoner metal and doom, has once again proven why they're one of the most exciting acts in the heavy music scene.
"Land of Sleeper" is not just an album; it's an experience, a descent into the murky depths of existential dread and sonic catharsis. With tracks like "Ultimate Hammer" and "Terror's Pillow", Pigs x7 crafts a narrative that feels like a fever dream, where each riff is a hammer blow to the psyche. The return of original drummer Ewan Mackenzie injects a primal energy into the album, complementing the band's signature chaotic yet controlled sound.
What stands out about "Land of Sleeper" is its ability to blend the heaviest of riffs with moments of unexpected melody and introspection. Songs like "Mr Medicine" offer a brief respite with its catchy, almost pop-like structure amidst the doom, showing Pigs x7's knack for songwriting that's both accessible and deeply complex. "The Weatherman" and "Big Rig" are journeys from the depths of sludge to the peaks of psychedelic rock, showcasing the band's versatility within their genre.
The album's artwork, a vivid, almost nightmarish depiction by Callum Rooney, mirrors the music's dark, dreamlike quality. "Land of Sleeper" isn’t just about the weight of sound but also the weight of themes - cycles of life, death, and the in-between, all explored through a lens of heavy metal's most visceral expressions.
Critically acclaimed and fan-adored, "Land of Sleeper" confirms Pigs x7's place at the vanguard of British metal. It's an album that doesn't just demand to be listened to; it demands to be felt, experienced, and remembered. With each track, Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs invites you to dive into the subconscious, where the only way out is through the music's overwhelming embrace.
