«Your ultimate trip to the universe. The cosmic wall of sound»Following their latest, much-acclaimed album, Sphere (2019), instrumental psych rock frontrunners MONKEY3 will herald 2024 with a true album highlight of the new year: The Lausanne-based four-piece has announced a brand new, cosmic studio offering, entitled Welcome To The Machine, set for release on February 23, 2024 via Napalm Records!Once again, MONKEY3 envelops listeners in their unique, cosmic auditory haze. Welcome To The Machine not only marks their seventh and most epic, dark and captivating record to date, but will also clearly prove why they are one of the most exciting instrumental rock bands in the modern stoner and psychedelic rock scene.Welcome To The Machine's musical themes are inspired by movies such as 2001: A Space Odyssey, The Matrix, Sunshine, Solaris and 1984, while unveiling an intense mankind vs. machines story that instantly launches the listener into deep space. Right from its first tones, the album immediately emerges as a perfect soundtrack to a journey into the unknown. Tracks such as "Rackman" perfectly showcase how MONKEY3, who formed in 2001, are one of only a few instrumental bands that know how to tell an enthralling story.  Welcome To The Machine explores as much as it poses questions. It is dark and menacing; evoking melancholic destruction while somehow bursting with hope at the same time, moving between haunting passages and progressive breaks, mesmerizing grooves and colossal riffs.

The band's DNA can be traced back to the ancestral 'Golden Age of Rock' (60s, 70s), but instead of copying past heroes, Dirty Sound Magnet worked hard on breaking new ground. The band's approach has often been compared to Led Zeppelin for their groove, energy and instrumental virtuosity, to a more violent version of Pink Floyd and to the mysticism of The Doors. With the addition of modern psych influences (Tame Impala, King Gizzard and the Lizzard Wizard, ...) and sarcastic lyrics grounded in today's social turmoil, the DSM magic formula is complete.Live, the band is known for its kinetic performances and strong stage presence. DSM's dynamic range goes from all out power to moments of silence build into the music. The years of experience have taught the band to deliver solid shows night after night while leaving room for the unexpected to happen. Every show is a unique experience for the band and the crowd...

Formed in Belgium in 2013, The Guardians is characterized by heavy, slow groove-driven sounds, and their undeniable chemistry quickly established them as a force in the local music scene. Drawing inspiration from classic stoner rock bands of the '70s and '80s, as well as contemporary acts, they've developed a unique sound that blends heavy and melodic elements, complete with plenty of hooks and riffs to keep audiences engaged.In 2023, they released their latest album, «ON», showcasing their evolution as songwriters and performers. The album has already received critical acclaim, solidifying their status. Their unwavering commitment to their craft and infectious energy ensures they'll continue captivating audiences, whether in packed clubs or at festivals