Stephen O’Malley and Greg Anderson stand facing each other, their faces largely hidden by their familiar attire of black hooded robes. Behind them are a series of tombstone-like amplifiers, arranged in a horseshoe shape around the duo. As O’Malley and Anderson simultaneously strike their guitars, the entire building starts to wobble. Fog billows from the band’s feet, transforming the stage into something akin to a Robert Eggers set design.
It is both an intriguing and familiar setting. Fans of SUNN O))) will recognise this description from previous live shows. This is a proven formula that works for the duo, regardless of which particular series of drones O’Malley and Anderson choose to unleash.
SUNN O))) has experienced something of a purple patch as of late. Their self-titled tenth album was released earlier this year. It was their first in seven years, as well as their first for Sub Pop, and the reviews were some of their most favourable yet. SUNN O))) as a project has existed...
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