[Photo Credit: Scott A. Levy Photo]
Fulfilling the ‘rock’ component of their progressive sound in true DATURA LODGE style, the new single release, “Stone”, unveils the heavier side of the duo’s music. Featuring Ben Karas (THANK YOU SCIENTIST) on violin, the track delivers DATURA LODGE’s distinctive melodic edge with humorous contrasting lyrics.
In this high-octane rock offering, fast-paced distorted rhythms and driving percussion are interspersed with melodic-led sections and powerful vocal harmonies. Technical guitar solos and Ben Karas’s electrifying violin solo introduce further intrigue into the musical arrangement of “Stone”.
DATURA LODGE also bring a playful aspect to this new track. The minor tonality of the music intentionally ‘clashes’ against the nonsensical quality of the lyrics. “I was listening to Lou Reed’s ‘middle-aged man era’ albums a lot and love how his lyrics are rooted in reality but also very funny”. Explains “W”. “‘Stone’ is my third-rate impression of that.”
The band’s debut self-titled album, Datura Lodge, is scheduled for release later this year via ARQUEN Records.
Datura Lodge was produced by DATURA LODGE and Ben Karas. Tracks 1-5 were recorded at Frightbox Recording in Passaic, NJ, while tracks 6-9 were recorded at Frost Gauntlet Recording in Lyndhurst, NJ, all with engineer Ben Karas who mixed the album. The release was mastered by Andy VanDette at Evolve Mastering. The cover artwork for Datura Lodge was created by Samantha Feyerabend-Muljat.
Across the album, DATURA LODGE is joined by Adam Holzman on keyboards and Russell Holzman performing drums, with Ben Karas lending violin to “Stone”.
About DATURA LODGE:
DATURA LODGE is the latest musical endeavor from Nicky B and “W”. Based out of Bergen County, New Jersey, USA, the duo has been performing music together since their early teens. From taking to stages locally in cover bands to releasing a video performing “Starless” by KING CRIMSON with John Wetton that amassed over 350,000 views on YouTube, the duo brings an array of experiences into their new project.
Musical inspiration is primarily drawn from legendary progressive rock acts including GENESIS, KING CRIMSON, THE MARS VOLTA, and RUSH. DATURA LODGE strives to inject approachability into their sound while delivering hard-hitting hooks. Taking a bold creative direction, the band incorporates unexpected twists and turns across their tracks.
DATURA LODGE Is:
Nicky B – bass, vocals
“W” – guitar, vocals
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Datura Lodge Tracklist:
1. Mummy
2. Stone
3. 98 and 94
4. Them
5. Floor
6. Can
7. Hole
8. Beam
9. Lodge