Chariot Of The Gods
Big Time Phonogenic, 2022
9/10
The Australian rockers Hoodoo Gurus return with this 10th album, and it continues their eclectic and accomplished brand of rock that has made the outfit global sensations.
“Early Opener” starts the listen with thumping drums and bouncy bass lines, which segues into “World Of Pain”, where a playful and energetic garage rock spirit resides.
Further on, “Was I Supposed To Care?” offers a breezy melody where warm guitars and soulful vocals make for one of the album’s best, while “Hand With The Girls” pounds firmly with both ruggedness and a tuneful approach of alt-rock prowess. “Equinox”, another exceptional track, then welcomes throwback nods amid the power-pop songwriting that we can never tire of.
Arriving near the end, the ‘90s punky sounds of “Settle Down” is instantly memorable, and “Got To Get You Out Of My Life” exits the listen calm initially before building into a diverse retro rocker.
The pandemic actually refueled Hoodoo Gurus, and this new found chemistry between the 4 makes for one of the best records yet, which is no easy feat considering their impressive body of work.
Travels well with: Paul Kelly- Nature; The Fleshtones- Face Of The Screaming Werewolf