Neptunian Maximalism - Le Sacre Du Soleil Invaincu (LSDSI) (2025)
Neptunian Maximalism's Le Sacre Du Soleil Invaincu , released on April 11, 2025, is a sprawling, two-hour sonic odyssey that melds drone metal, free jazz, and Hindustani classical music. Recorded live over four days in London's St. John’s on Bethnal Green church, the album's three movements—“At Dusk,” “Arcana XX,” and “At Dawn”—are structured around ragas Marwa, Todi, and Bairagi, respectively. The ensemble employs instruments like the surbahar, zurna, and electric saz, creating a dense tapestry of sound that oscillates between meditative passages and intense crescendos. Critics have lauded the album's immersive quality and its ability to transport listeners through a ritualistic journey that transcends conventional genre boundaries. Le Sacre Du Soleil Invaincu stands as a monumental work that challenges and rewards in equal measure. Sources: Bandcamp Bandcamp Daily The Progressive Subway Your Last Rites Louder Than War Genre : Drone Metal Country : Belgium ...
