Herman Martinez’s latest album, Immortal Jellyfish is a captivating journey through rock, metal, and nostalgia. Recorded meticulously over a span of two years in Athens, GA, Martinez’s solo effort showcases his versatility as a musician and his keen ability to craft immersive sonic landscapes.
The titular opening track, “Immortal Jellyfish,” keeps up to its name with fluid viscose music that ebbs and flows like the creature itself. The theatrical string arrangement gives way to blazing distorted guitars climbing to a crescendo. The song dynamizes and evolves and produces an enthralling experience.
“Cassettes” follows the first with catchy guitar jams that transition between glinting melodies and enchant us with soulful yearning in the husky vocals of Martinez. In “Unintentional Comedy,” pronounced drums and bustling cymbals create a heavy atmosphere, against which Martinez contemplates.
“One Hit Wander” proves to be a lead track as it ripples with elegant piano keys leading to his emotive performance. The song culminates with the guitar work taking over with a touch of warmth and comfort. “Love Noise” offers a soothing respite, with catchy rhythms thumping and rustling against romantic guitar chiming.
Immortal Jellyfish comes to an end with string arrangements swelling beautifully in “Changing Colors While Dreaming” over a dreamy atmosphere. Martinez’s passionate vocals, dripping with emotion, float effortlessly over the heavy undercurrent, culminating in a distorted guitar solo that grazes the senses.
Listen to genres fold and intertwine in a sensual and engaging experience with Herman Martinez’s latest album, Immortal Jellyfish.
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Review By: Naomi Joan