The Holy Soul – Fortean Times

Originally published on Alt Media

A constant figure on the Sydney music scene, The Holy Soul are well established and they further cement their position with they latest effort Fortean Times which spans the breadth of indie rock rock during its 47 minute folly.

Throughout the twelve tracks the group constantly fluctuate between faster tempo songs, pushing the realms of garage rock into new areas, and the more melodic, hypnotising tracks. The faster tempo tracks are the strongest element of Fortean Times, particularly opener Family Magician and later Precious. 

This is not to downplay the importance of the slower tracks, which create soundscapes that easily sweep the listener away.

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