Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats, often shrouded in mystery and steeped in the lore of psych-rock and doom, emerged from the UK underground with a sound that amalgamates the murky heaviness of Black Sabbath with the psychedelic vibes of the late-'60s. The band was formed in Cambridge, England, by Kevin Starrs, who performs under the pseudonym Uncle Acid. They first gained significant attention with their 2011 album "Blood Lust," which was followed by their breakthrough album "Mind Control" in 2013. Connecting with listeners through a combination of horror-themed lyrics, gritty production, and infectious riffs, Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats earned a cult following and established themselves as purveyors of a distinctive style of heavy music that embraces both retro and modern elements.

With a vibe that harks back to the days of serial killers, Hammer horror films, and the gloom of British steel towns, they rode the wave of their uniquely cinematic styling into subsequent albums. Their artistry continued to evolve, combining the crunch of stoner rock with melodic vocals and narratives that seem torn from the pages of vintage pulp novels. As evidenced in singles like "Pusher Man," "I'll Cut You Down," and "Dead Eyes of London," along with their more recent releases like "Shockwave City" and the eerie landscape of their 2018 album "Wasteland," Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats stand out in the heavy rock scene for their ability to create engrossing atmospheres that are as sinister as they are compelling.

Genres

Doom Metal

Stoner Metal

Stoner Rock

Uk Doom Metal

Uk Stoner Rock

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Latest Release

Nell' ora blu

Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats

Album - 19 Tracks - Released May 10, 2024