My pistols were my next-of-kin
Gunmetal cradled ‘gainst my skin
They’re cold and hard to sleep with, yes
But I’m just drawn that way, I guess
I’ll hang my hat with the heart-shaped pendant
I’ll hang my head as they hang me high
Now don’t you go crying for me, you hear?
We still had a good run, you and I
I’ll hang my hat with the heart-shaped pendant
I’ll hang my head as they hang me high
Got no last words, got nothing to say
‘Cept good-bye
Well sure, I made a stiff or two
I made a real mess of things, it’s true
But if this will fix it all
Then it’s the good judge and jury’s call
I’ll hang my hat with the heart-shaped pendant...
I’ll leave my boots by the door
Wear them if you want, they’re yours now
So that’s it then
Nothing to add
Nothing to say
I’ll hang my hat with the heart-shaped pendant
I’ll hang my head as they hang me high
...Hell no, I’ll hold my head up high as they hang me high
To dry
Really good, heavy, darker rock with a sound that will surely refuse to become dated by the passing of time. To me, it sounds somewhat like a darker Suzi Quatro, Joan Jett, or Pat Benatar might. I highly recommend this album. The choruses and ‘chanting’ (for lack of a better term) are catchy and compelling to sing along to (especially the chorus of Golden Serpents). Vocals, song structures, and band chemistry are great. Thanks, Dool! I look forward to your next offering. 8/10. Alrihkh
I remember hearing this album way back when it just came out, listening to it on YT on repeat. And now I have it in 2022 on CD! Excellent for fans of prog metal, with a nice balance of genres. PunkGalFury
The Indonesian act Kekal leaves no genre unturned, colliding black metal with industrial music with melodic post-rock on this stunning LP. Bandcamp New & Notable Mar 25, 2023
A mind-bending psychedelic rock opera with the songs to match, “Xafyre Dynasty” has its controls set for the heart of the sun. Bandcamp New & Notable Sep 24, 2022
This album might need a few spins before you hear the true depth of this slowly building up album that makes a wonderful finish on The Machine. GazpachoX