Once Upon a Time in the Desert - CD

With “Once Upon a Time in the Desert”, Brant Bjork, one of the key figures of the desert rock scene, returns to his roots and sets new standards at the same time. He has been shaping the sound of the Californian desert for over 25 years. As the former drummer and composer of the legendary Kyuss and the creative driving force behind Fu Manchu in the 90s, he has had a significant influence on stoner and desert rock.

For the new album, Bjork has teamed up with Mario Lalli and Ryan Gut, two like-minded veterans of the scene, to form the Brant Bjork Trio. The chemistry between Bjork and Lalli, who have known each other since the early days of desert rock, is palpable; the two complement each other perfectly and create a sound that is both nostalgic and innovative. The tracks were recorded at Donner & Blitzen Studios in Southern California, a place made for this warm, earthy sound that captures the essence of Desert Rock. “Once Upon a Time in the Desert” embodies the essence of the genre: heavy yet flowing, powerful yet relaxed. All in all, “Once Upon a Time in the Desert” is an impressive work that not only honors the tradition of desert rock, but also breaks new ground. A must for fans of the genre and an invitation to new listeners to lose themselves in the hypnotic groove of the desert.