CREATURE OF THE VELVET VOID

Arcmet's debut in the big world (if you don't count 1995's "odysseum galacti", which you should) find them skirting the amon duul side of krautrock. Female vocals, swirly synths and all forms of psychedelic guitar make this a minor masterpiece of US space-rock. Highlights include most of the album, 'Creature'-a staple of their set, ferocious vocals and thundering riff, Kairos-introspective multi sectioned instrumental that is still a highlight of their set, covers of VU's 'All Tomorrows Parties' and one of the better Hawkwind covers these ears have heard, 'Golden Void'. 'Holographic Caves' has appeared in live form on some Strange Daze Festival compilations. Instrumentally solid, and essential for any fans of American space rock. Also sometimes seen in gatefold vinyl versions with an extra poster!