Every few years, someone decides to declare that “rock is back!” The truth is, rock never really left. It continues to thrive, in the dizzying and complex instrumentation of
prog,
in the hazy textures of
psych, and in the nostalgic revelry of
rockabilly.
The albums you’ll find here have respect for rock’s roots, but they’re just as dedicated to its future, making guitar-driven songs that simmer and soar.