Mortal Prophets are really something else. Their new album “Ghost Land” is a wild ride that’ll blow your mind. These New York rockers, with John Beckmann at the helm, are pushing the envelope and creating sounds you’ve never heard before. This isn’t your average album – it’s a freakin’ journey through sound. With 23 tracks spanning nearly an hour, “Ghost Land” takes you on a trip to a place where reality and dreams blur together. It’s like stepping into a whole new world.
Beckmann’s got some big ideas, and he’s not afraid to go for it. He calls this album “imaginary cinema,” and man, does it fit. Listening to it feels like you’re watching some crazy cosmic Western movie in your head. You can tell Beckmann’s been reading a lot of Cormac McCarthy – there’s this eerie, mystical vibe running through the whole thing. Each song is like a different scene in this weird, beautiful dream. The melodies will haunt you, and the rhythms will get under your skin. It’s the kind of music that makes you feel like you’re wandering through some strange, new landscape.
You’ve got John Beckmann leading the charge with his eerie vocals, complex arrangements, and killer production skills. The way he guides the band through different soundscapes is just mind-blowing. Parker Bryant’s guitar work? It’s like he’s adding this raw, gritty layer that weaves in and out of the dreamy vibes. It’s pretty slick. And Concertina on bass? She’s holding it all together, grounding those spacey elements while giving the sound some serious depth. Richmond Davis is a wizard on the keys and organ. He’s taking these tracks to a whole new level, making them feel like they belong in some epic movie soundtrack – haunting and rich at the same time. Last but not least, Beckett Laurent’s drumming and programming gives the whole thing a heartbeat. Even when things get super ambient, there’s still this groove you can latch onto.
Now, “Ghost Land” is a long album, no doubt. But it’s put together in a way that keeps you engaged from start to finish. The tracks just flow, you know? It’s like one big story that you need to hear all the way through. Sure, you could pick out your favorite tracks, but you’d be missing out on the bigger picture. Each song is like a piece of the puzzle, painting this world that feels familiar but totally alien at the same time. It’s a trip, man.
The opening track “No Mercy” sets the tone with its ethereal vibes, drawing listeners into the mystical realm of “Ghost Land.” As the album moves, tracks like “Outlaw Idol” emerge, showcasing this darker, more intense side of the band. This track is a literal sonic storm, blending vintage blues lines with gnashing beats, giving this atmosphere of growing dread that is anything but insubstantial. Similarly, “Scalped” pays homage to the spaghetti Western vibe, with its off-kilter dance groove and funky bass lines that invite listeners to sway along.
One of the highlights of the album is definitely “Ghost Land” – it’s the title track and it totally nails what this album’s all about. And don’t even get us started on “Hidden Hand” – it’s got this wild oriental future-synth thing going on that’ll blow your mind. Seriously, these guys are mixing genres like nobody’s business. Beckmann’s got a real knack for making music that paints pictures in your head and hits you right.
This isn’t just some album you throw on and forget about. “Ghost Land” stays with you, and it’s like, you can lose yourself in it whether you’re chilling out or really diving deep into your own head. It’s so immersive. Stands out like crazy in the ambient and alternative scenes. John Beckmann and The Mortal Prophets are taking us on a wild ride into undiscovered territory. If you’re into rock or alternative at all, you can’t miss this. Get ready to step into something mystical and embrace the spooky beauty of “Ghost Land.” It’s gonna be epic!