LPCDreissues: Looking forward to the past

Label: Giant Electric Pea

Beardfish was a Swedish progressive rock band known for blending classic '70s prog influences with modern sensibilities. Their sixth studio album, Mammoth, released on March 25, 2011, marked a significant evolution in their sound, incorporating heavier hard rock elements while maintaining their signature melodic complexity.

The album features a mix of intricate compositions and diverse musical styles, ranging from the hard-hitting opener "The Platform" to the expansive 15-minute epic "And the Stone Said: If I Could Speak." Tracks like "Green Waves" showcase the band's ability to fuse progressive rock with heavier riffs, while "Akakabotu" introduces jazz-inspired elements with saxophone arrangements. The closing track, "Without Saying Anything," features guest vocals by Ventriloquist, adding a unique texture to the album's conclusion.

Track listing:

• A1 The Platform 8:06
• A2 And The Stone Said "If I Could Speak" 15:08
• A3 Tightrope 4:33
• B1 Green Waves 8:53
• B2 Outside/Inside 1:44
• B3 Akakabotu 5:41
• B4 Without Saying Anything (Feat. Ventriloquist) 8:53