Silmarils: Voyage of Icarus
Label: Locust
A gorgeous reissue of early-’70s mystical psychedelic folk from the Tolkein-inspired group Silmaril. Earnest and serene vibes and haunted instrumentation make this an instant winner in my group, as this Milwaukee-based group effortlessly define the recently unearthed genre of acid folk. I am reminded of darker moments of the Incredible String Band and Comus, as well as the sadness visited by Nick Drake, Tim Buckley, and Gary Higgins. (Adam)
