The Nashville-based quartet's fourth studio long-player, and second for New West Records, Sleeping Through the War is All Them Witches' most fully realized set to date, a sprawling yet remarkably focused effort that takes their exploratory, often spliced-together work ethic in a more stridently song-oriented direction.
Sleeping Through The War is the embodiment of a gentle giant: huge in presence but unwaveringly accessible.
It’s really odd. Typically, a band starts out with tracks that engage the audience, and then the music peters out in the second half. Also, the longer songs usually drag on and wear out their welcome. The opposite occurred here. I really appreciated all the six-plus minute odes, and was less impressed with the shorter works. It feels as if, when they had a good beat or hook, the band worked or embellished the song, and for those that didn’t pass muster, they were quick and ... read more
All Them Witches Binge #3
This is a bit of a trip. This album is so different from their first two albums, and in some places I think it is a lot better for it. First of all, the production on this album is much cleaner than their previous records, and across the album it allows for a more clear view of how fantastically talented these guys are. The guitar work is sprawling, beautiful, well-structured and ear-catching, the drums are crisp, tight, and creative, and the keys across the album ... read more
Consistent, smooth as hell and full of interesting experimentation. The mixing, while clear and detailed at times, feels like it misses a bit of "punch" that their other records have.
Love the concepts of the lyrics in here, really interesting stuff for an album like this.
Overall its clear that they were slowly transitioning into a bit more commercial direction for this, which unfortunately strips away a bit of their depth. The record does get better as it goes on, transforming ... read more
All Them Witches Binge #3
This is a bit of a trip. This album is so different from their first two albums, and in some places I think it is a lot better for it. First of all, the production on this album is much cleaner than their previous records, and across the album it allows for a more clear view of how fantastically talented these guys are. The guitar work is sprawling, beautiful, well-structured and ear-catching, the drums are crisp, tight, and creative, and the keys across the album ... read more
Short review (track ratings below):
All Them Witches are amongst stoner rock‘s most beloved insider tips, mostly known for their blues rock roots and incredible live shows. "Sleeping Through the War" is easily their best and most unique record in my opinion (though a case can be made for Lightning at the Door ignoring its bonus tracks). The album is hypnotic, a gigantic but calm presence like depicted on the album cover. The prime examples for this description can be found in ... read more
1 | Bulls 6:41 | |
2 | Don't Bring Me Coffee 3:10 | |
3 | Bruce Lee 3:11 | |
4 | 3-5-7 3:57 | |
5 | Am I Going Up? 5:34 | |
6 | Alabaster 6:58 | |
7 | Cowboy Kirk 6:51 | |
8 | Internet 9:50 |
#9 | / | Classic Rock Magazine |