Indonesia-based experimental rock band LunariaN’s debut full-length album, dubbed “Refined Anomalium” is simply magical and transportive!

Founded back in 2010, LunariaN are a quintet that made waves back in the day with their boundary-pushing approach to music creation before their premature hiatus back in 2014. After a 7-year period of painful absence on the music front that was deeply felt by their diehard fans, the boy band reunited in 2022 to continue with their mission of making the world a better place with their eclectic sound that has roots in both classic and experimental rock.

There are nuances of alternative metal that efficiently balance the pent-up aggressive, earth-shaking rock sound with powerful vocals with the more melodious, angst-free, and less aggressive rock with a few twists and modern-day turns to appeal to wider audiences.

If you seek a sound that will whisk you away, allowing you to bathe and bask in the musical fantasy exuded by such artistic excellence, then LunariaN’s debut full-length album titled “Refined Anomalium” is your best bet.

This 8-track collection features some original compositions that were recorded back in 2011 and have been ‘refined’ and polished with a few improvisations and nuances to appropriately fit into this authentic body of work.

Each of the tracks here is distinct, immaculate, and never sways away from the album’s authenticity, and the end result is something refreshing and one that flawlessly captures the sounds of both the past and the present. The lyrics by lead singer and songwriter Rivelino are also extremely rewarding due to his novel storytelling approach.

As soon as the expertly crafted melodies and instrumental harmonies in “Proclamation Phantoms” make contact with our ears, we can’t help but feel seduced as we get transported to another planet that is blissful and nostalgic. The intro is quite cinematic, with the voice-over adding a sense of mystery and emotional resonance.

As the track builds, the band unleashes a timeless medley of earth-shaking riffs, uptight bass, pounding drums, and some self assured lead vocals. This tune has an addictingly consistent melodic line and an irresistibly hypnotic rhythmic arrangement. The traditional instruments, such as the whistles, flute-like harmony, really add flair to the arrangement.

The soaring accordion lays the groundwork for the song “Noble Mind Traveler” which is a bona fide standout and easily likeable. This is a bona fide classic rock-inspired stunner, conjuring images of ecstatic dancers in a 90s downtown nightclub. The melodies are film-like and reflect orthodox European influences. The storyline is quite epic and one that transports a listener into a world of LunariaN’s creation!

The track “Hunchback Patrol” has many standout features, but I feel that the lead vocals are a seamless fit with the bold and relentless instrumentation. The immediate percussive intro sets the tone for the song, and it is a melodious highway from then on!

“Generation on a Deadline” is among the lead singles that LunariaN has already unleashed, and it is quite clear to see why the song has generated such a buzz and received widespread critical acclaim from both fans and critics. The mellow intro is befitting before that vibrant concoction of electric guitar riffs, drums, and bass whisks a listener to a heaven near them. This song is brimming with passion, attitude, and vigor…and the message is definitely there.

“Anti-Sigma” has got the alternative metal nuances and is really a powerful anthemic rock tour de force with a howling presence.

I feel that through the fierce determination of the guitarist, the brutal willpower of the bassist, the bloodthirsty rage of the drummer, and the sheer presence of the lead vocalist, we witness LunariaN’s unbridled passion throughout this debut project.

The good news is that “Refined Anomalium” is now available for streaming everywhere. Follow the attached link and quench your musical thirst with this fulfilling body of work.

To get up-close and personal with LunariaN, check them out on their official Instagram page.

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