King Buffalo (USA - Psychedelic/Space Rock)

Hi and thanks for the reply! Here’s a short bio and some listening links:

King Buffalo is a psychedelic/progressive rock trio from Rochester, NY, formed in 2013. Their sound blends hypnotic, atmospheric textures with heavy, fuzz-driven riffs and progressive song structures. Known for long, expansive tracks and conceptual albums, they have carved a space of their own in the modern psych/prog scene.
The band consists of Sean McVay (vocals/guitar), Dan Reynolds (bass), and Scott Donaldson (drums). Their influences include Pink Floyd, Tool, and Elder, and they’re often compared to acts like Electric Moon, My Sleeping Karma, and All Them Witches.
They’ve released six studio albums, many of which follow thematic arcs and feature evolving musical narratives — particularly The Burden of Restlessness (2021), Acheron (2021), and Regenerator (2022), which were released as a trilogy.

Dead Star Full Album https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zyAK1Y5SSAY

The Burden of Restlessness Full Album https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGGBa90m844

Let me know if you need anything else, I’d be happy to provide more info!

Cheers!

Hi everyone,

I’d like to suggest adding King Buffalo to the Psychedelic/Space Rock category.

They’re a trio from Rochester, NY, formed in 2013, and their music blends spacey textures with stoner heaviness and a strong progressive mindset. What I find most compelling about them is how their songs evolve — slow builds, atmospheric layers, and dynamic shifts that go way beyond traditional stoner or psych rock. Many tracks are over 8 minutes long and feel like journeys in themselves.

Their sound reminds me of a mix between Pink Floyd, Elder, and Electric Moon, but with a clear identity of their own. Each album feels conceptual and cohesive, and they’ve been really consistent in quality and evolution over the years.

Line-up:

• Sean McVay – guitar, vocals

• Dan Reynolds – bass

• Scott Donaldson – drums

Discography:

• Orion (2016)

• Longing to Be the Mountain (2018)

• Dead Star [EP] (2020)

• The Burden of Restlessness (2021)

• Acheron (2021)

• Regenerator (2022)