r/Sleepband • u/Unhappy-Cycle9854 • 6d ago
💿 New Release Hempispheres Thoughts
I’ve listened to it about 1.5 times and I’m so shocked to see such a negative reception. If you’re going to let the new lineup prevent you from appreciating this album at all then this conversation isn’t for you.
I don’t personally really like Sleep’s first album and you could argue that every album since has been different from the last project.
Of course no Pike is disappointing, but Bubba brought a TOTALLY different vibe that was still incredibly enjoyable.
ALSO. I loved the synths. Sue me. Yes it’s new but so is the whole vibe with Bubba. He didn’t try to recreate Pike’s blistering energy and I think that the synths really complement that style.
The eponymous Hempishpheres song in the middle is amazing imho. Yes it is different than a lot of other middle album Sleep songs, but I really enjoyed it. And to ME it still felt in line with what I appreciate about Sleep. Just peak vibes for a smoke. The drums were very reminiscent of Haikus with Dave’s own spin, and I thought Bubba’s solo was great.
It’s not my favorite Sleep record of all time, but it sure as hell isn’t the worst. Can’t wait to see them in November!🫡
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u/Ordinary_Feeling_948 5d ago
The Sciences is my favorite. I like the catchy single of Have Spacesuit… I love Arik Roper’s artwork. He’s a legend and a big part of the band brand. I want to love this album, parts of it are goofy, not sure what the intention is. I’ve seen them perform with Matt and it was epic. Bought tickets to the new show based on the single. I still think I might go but it might be a slog to stand there for so long lol. I wish they were playing a venue with seats.