The Back of Beyond

Harnessing the raw energy of the volcanic badlands, forested valleys, and Painted Hills of Oregon, Portland’s Dry Wedding has refined their singular sound with the release of their third album The Back Of Beyond – their heaviest and most aggressive full-length to date. The dense gloom of post-punk, the spectral twang of gothic country, the fervent rhythms of noise rock, and the visceral intensity of black metal and doom all contribute to the band’s serpentine songcraft – ranging from immersive dirges to frenetic passages that slash and burn. Razor-sharp guitars, prowling basslines, and pummeling drums form desolate soundscapes that meld seamlessly with the band’s dynamic baritone vocals and evocative lyrics. Whether they’re traversing smoke-filled canyons beneath ruptured skies or crossing the threshold of a decaying backwoods cabin, Dry Wedding has crafted a cathartic listening experience that defies classification.