Scorpio is Atomic Bitchwax’s eighth studio album, released back in 2020. There is just something so perfect about a three piece rock band. On record the sound is so uncluttered and everything easily has its place in the sound spectrum even when the guitars are overdubbed. If you look back throughout rock n’ roll history all the best bands are a three piece.
If Black Sabbath had a love child these guys would be it, they have taken the riff heavy grooves that Sabbath patented and made them their own with added sauce. Sure, it’s nothing new but if you are a lover of those pscych/stoner vibes then these guys should be high on your list. I love them and this album is front to back so freaking cool.
High points? Well, the album is one big high point but opener Hope You Die hits the spot immediately with that oh so heavy guitar and stoner groove. The title track is just epic with a killer groove and melody, and it’s my favourite tune on the record. If you’re into the jam band thing then the instrumental track Ninja should have you drooling. Killer groove and the solo is so old school and wonderful. Crash opens up Side 2 and we get another ripping instrumental, this time with the bass taking centre stage.
Cool record, go check them out.
9/10 from The Grooveman.
