Neo Psych; Space rock
Latest release: Like Elephants 2 (2014). They were last seen playing live in 2019.
For Sardines Space is No Problem (2009)
The Movements are one of many bands that I put on a curiosity list real time but just ran out of time to listen to thoroughly. This kind of space rock has been - and continues to be - released at a very rapid rate since the late 1990s, and I long ago quit trying to keep up. Apparently the group's roots are with garage rock, and there are elements of that to be found here as well. On track 2) The Movements go barreling into Hawkwind hyperdrive mode, though it breaks into a cool electronic keyboard bit towards the end. The energy level remains high through to the next song. 4) is a folk tinged hazy psych piece with some nice work on percussive bells. No matter, the band can't sit still too long as they're ready to jam. Enjoyed the 60s vintage organ solo. The flute on 7) is a nice touch and provides the type of contrast The Movements need to make their space rock more impactful. The vocal section recalls 70s era Pink Floyd. This is my favorite track from the album. The music deals more in broad strokes than intricacies, and I think that's their garage background coming to the fore. Though Swedish, The Movements sound more like an English troupe from the late 60s transitioning into the 70s.
11/25/23 (new entry)
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