EUPORIE TIDE

If you consider yourself a psychedelic/space rock connoisseur, you need some Causa Sui in your music collection. While 2013's Europie Tide is not the band's best album, it is the best place to start. Now, that's not to say it's not great, because it is pure psychedelic greatness. The band's sound is a mixture of like-minded genres: late 60's to early 70's psychedelic rock, Krautrock, 90's stoner rock, post-rock, to name a few. On Europie Tide, Causa Sui's sound is more condensed and fine-tuned compared to much of what came before it, which is perfect for newcomers. There is a perfect balance of heavy, stoner rock riffage and gentle, spaced-out atmospheres here, and it never feels forced or contrived. Even though it's entirely instrumental, it holds your attention and keeps you captivated. If you find yourself liking this one, I suggest moving on to all three of their "Summer Sessions," for a full-on, sonic assault of their tripped-out awesomeness. Very highly recommended, 5 stars.