It's finally here—MUSHROOMHEAD unleashed their highly anticipated ninth studio album Call The Devil this past Friday via Napalm Records. The album will drop just in time for the kickoff of their European tour—a momentous week for the band and their legions of fans. MUSHROOMHEAD celebrates the occasion with "We Don't Care," a song destined to be a future favorite, thanks to its hypnotic chorus and unforgettable hook.
Thirty years deep into a career that's been nothing shy of trailblazing, MUSHROOMHEAD just doesn't stop. Enter Call The Devil, a full-throttle testimonial to their relentless innovation in staying true to the signature sound and imagery but continuous evolution. It's clear with Dave "Gravy" Felton, returning after a 12-year absence, the trademark skills he brings aboard with his two tracks that add a lot of sonic depth to this band. Being one of the original primary songwriters of MUSHROOMHEAD for some of the band's bigger, anthemic songs like "Along The Way," "Sun Doesn't Rise," and "The Dream Is Over," his contributions are more than welcome.
The tracks borrow from a broad spectrum of material, showing just how much more MUSHROOMHEAD have continued to experiment and cross over with their music while managing to stay anchored within the metal genre. Songs like the emotional, jazzy "Emptiness," the carnival-like "UIOP (A Final Reprieve)," and the haunting "Hallelucination" further push those boundaries; heavy cuts such as "Prepackaged," the melodic "Hideous," and the aggressive, drum-driven "Torn In Two" reinforce that pedigree.
"We Don't Care," with both guitar work and writing by Gravy, comes across with a very infectious chorus and strong dual vocals between Steve Rauckhorst and Jackie LaPonza. It's already being hailed as a future live favorite and promises to be a staple in the band's setlists.
Call The Devil also puts into the limelight cinematic and musical genius Ryan "Dr. F" Farrell on such tracks as the piano-driven "Decomposition", the Vaudevillian three-part vocal track "Grand Gesture", and the haunting "Shame In A Basket". And then there's the enigmatic yet cool "Doom Goose," which closes the album long after the impression has been made of just how singularly unique in creativity only a MUSHROOMHEAD signature can be.
With the release of Call The Devil and with brand-new single "We Don't Care," MUSHROOMHEAD cemented their status as metal legends. Bringing the A-game in for their European tour, their performances will pack that all in and more into one powerhouse live show featuring both classic and new material from their latest album.
MUSHROOMHEAD's Call The Devil is an album and, more than that, a celebration of three chaotic decades of metal mastery, innovation, and the unwavering spirit that has defined their journey. It's going to be an experience you won't be able to forget, whether you're a die-hard fan or just discovering their music.
For more information on MUSHROOMHEAD visit their website: https://mushroomhead.com/
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