Rosetta West’s ‘Gravity Sessions’ is a refreshing dive into the raw and unfiltered side of their music. Recorded mostly live at Chicago’s Gravity Studios, this album captures the band’s gritty energy and unique blend of blues rock, psychedelia, and folk influences. Over the course of a few quick days, Rosetta West laid down fan favorites with minimal overdubs, giving listeners a chance to experience the music as if they were right there in the studio. With Joseph Demagore’s commanding vocals and guitar work, Herf Guderian’s solid bass lines, and Mike Weaver’s steady drumming, the album feels immediate and intimate, a break from the polished productions that dominate today.
The album opens with “Dora Lee (Gravity)”, a track that sets the tone with its hypnotic rhythms and swirling guitars, inviting the listener into Rosetta West’s mystical world. Following that, “Suzie (Gravity)” stands out as a featured song with its raw intensity, layered with gritty vocals and a driving beat that demands attention. “Broken Glass (Gravity)” leans into darker blues-rock territory, with a haunting edge that contrasts with the more upbeat energy of “Save Me (Gravity)”, which carries a pleading, soulful quality. “Deeper Than Magic (Gravity)” blends psychedelic touches with spiritual undertones, showing the band’s knack for mixing the earthly with the otherworldly. The playful yet haunting “Baby Doll (Gravity)” follows, balancing delicate melodies with a rough-around-the-edges feel. Closing the album, “Venous Blue (Gravity)” offers a slower, more contemplative mood, wrapping up the session with a sense of quiet intensity.
Throughout ‘Gravity Sessions’, Rosetta West shows their strength as a live band and their ability to reinvent their songs in a stripped-down, visceral way. This album is not just a collection of tracks but a statement of the band’s enduring spirit and independence. Fans who appreciate music that’s honest and unpolished will find much to enjoy here, as each song feels like a snapshot of a moment captured with all its imperfections and power intact. If you’ve been following Rosetta West’s underground career, ‘Gravity Sessions’ is a rewarding listen, full of familiar tunes refreshed with raw emotion and energy.
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