Isis
Although rooted heavy metal and the punk/hardcore aesthetic, Isis' music relies just as heavily on ambience, atmosphere, and tone as it does complexity and aggression. Not so much a band per se as a musical collective, the members of the Boston-based quintet layer their compositions with feedback, power chords, quiet/loud dynamics, and vocals that are sometimes shouted, frequently screamed, and occasionally sung. The band was formed by Hydra Head Records owner Aaron Turner, who was hoping to combine the minimalism of Earth and the Melvins with the experime...[more]
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Oceanic is the next logical step for Isis after the ugly, grandiose Celestial, the Aaron Turner-led outfit's second full-length looking simultaneously inward and outward, reaching into the nether regions of outer space while still keeping its feet firmly earthbound. Yes, it's an ambitious record, one that isn't immediately consumed and digested -- rather, it consumes and digests the listener with grand and hypnotic waves of sound. Songs blur together as aggressive, post-hardcore guitar [ read more ]
CD $16.13
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With a musical trajectory that spans nearly a decade, Isis has emerged from the frozen recesses of New England to become an internationally renowned force in underground music. Critically revered as the vanguard of "art metal," the band has consistently exploded the idiomatic strictures that have traditionally defined heavy music, with each new release expanding and improving upon the innovations of its predecessor. Produced and recorded with the utmost clarity and fidelity by longtime ISIS co-conspirator [ read more ]
CD $16.99
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This is a 19" x 25" Isis poster from the March 31, 2006 show in Seattle. 3 color screenprint. Signed and numbered edition of 120. Designed by: Matt Terich // Design Medicine
Poster $19.99
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From the remains of Isis' much lauded Oceanic album comes a new body of reinterpreted work. The tracks on this double CD range from sparse and stark ambient whisperings to dense walls of layered noise and broken beats. Exclusive contributors include Fennesz, Mike Patton (Faith No More, Mr. Bungle, Tomahawk), Thomas Koner, JK Broadrick (Godflesh, Techno Animal, Jesu), Venetian Snares, and more.
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2xCD $14.99
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There is no consensus among Isis's cult-like fan base as to which album serves as the ultimate document of their art. Each record is a piece in the puzzle. Consequently, to brand their latest offering, Wavering Radiant, as the pinnacle of their achievements would be folly. Yet it's a tempting proclamation. The factors that defined Isis in the past are still present, but the band manipulates its tactics and strategies with a refined sense of purpose and a heightened knack for nuance. They've ex [ read more ]
CD $16.99
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There is no consensus among Isis's cult-like fan base as to which album serves as the ultimate document of their art. Each record is a piece in the puzzle. Consequently, to brand their latest offering, Wavering Radiant, as the pinnacle of their achievements would be folly. Yet it's a tempting proclamation. The factors that defined Isis in the past are still present, but the band manipulates its tactics and strategies with a refined sense of purpose and a heightened knack for nuance. They've ex [ read more ]
MP3 $9.99
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Back again to make sure your ears bleed from the pure power of sludge, brutality, and sickness, Isis gives us three new songs and a re-issue of their four song demo! Slow, prodding, and heavy rhythms backed with noisy, crunching guitars, lunatic keyboard noises, and painfully screamed vocals. This baby has feeling and plenty of it. For reference, check out Neurosis and Unsane and you'll get the picture.
MP3 $6.30
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The Mosquito Control Ep contains four tracks which grabbed the attention of critics around the world. Hardcore screamy amazing stuff.
MP3 $3.60
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Boston natives ISIS (transplanted in Los Angeles) present a 2 hour plus DVD epic filmed in Hi Definition (for those of you who like it live). Also loaded with extensive information and images on Isis complete discography. This is Ipecac Recordings first DVD release, and we can't think of finer men to do it with.
DVD $14.99
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VINYL FORMAT. With a musical trajectory that spans nearly a decade, Isis has emerged from the frozen recesses of New England to become an internationally renowned force in underground music. Critically revered as the vanguard of "art metal," the band has consistently exploded the idiomatic strictures that have traditionally defined heavy music, with each new release expanding and improving upon the innovations of its predecessor. Produced and recorded with the utmost clarity and fidelity by longtime ISIS co [ read more ]
2xLP $18.99
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This is a 19" x 25" two-color screenprint Isis show poster for the November 15, 2007 show with These Arms Are Snakes and 27 at Richard's on Richards. Designed by: Matt Terich / Design Medicine.
Poster $19.99
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VINYL FORMAT. On limited edition picture disc! Only 800 copies pressed, originally a Japan-only release. There is no consensus among Isis's cult-like fan base as to which album serves as the ultimate document of their art. Each record is a piece in the puzzle. Consequently, to brand their latest offering, Wavering Radiant, as the pinnacle of their achievements would be folly. Yet it's a tempting proclamation. The factors that defined Isis in the past are still present, but the band manipul [ read more ]
2xLP $54.99
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