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Dizzy Mystics – Wanderlost (2019)

(Recommended If You Like) RIYL = Tool, Primus, Frank Zappa, Steely Dan, Yes, Torche, Pink Floyd

Label: Self-Release
Distribution: CD Baby
Release Date: May 3, 2019

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“It is clear that Dizzy Mystics may be among the most unique of the vibrant Canadian rock scene to be delivering tracks that will leave fans of classic, progressive, and 90’s alternative rock excited for what is to come.” – Canadian Beats

“Mysticism aside, this band certainly got the “dizzy” part right! The Winnipeg rock quartet Dizzy Mystics offer up a staggering musical concoction that, considering its progressive and experimental flair, is surprisingly radio-ready. Think Rush and Primus drinking wine with Tool before dropping acid with Frank Zappa and checking out a jazz club with Steely Dan. Dizzying, right? Jokes aside, frontman Kyle Halldorson, guitarist Alexandre Joyal, drummer Jeffrey Laird and bassist Aaron Bacon have some serious chops and, with the right amount of work, gigging and outside help, this Canadian act has the potential to not only see the end of the tarmac, but to also take off!” – PureGrainAudio

“Diamond Duller moves and grooves, in interesting rhythms, changing from one beat to another, shifting and clanging with energy. The vocals bring about high energy and ensure the listener is hooked from the get go.” – The Median Man

“The quartet has crafted a psychedelic and progressive sound upon many others including melodic hard rock and funk. The band takes you through a heavy and psychedelic trip on their latest single.” – Technical Music Review

Album Title: Wanderlost
Label: Self-Release
Distribution: CD Baby
Release Date: May 3, 2019

Track Listing:
1. Letter (4:42)
2. Shindigjig (4:43)
3. Fallasophy (5:02)
4. The Frequent See, Consistent Seas (2:50)
5. The Anti-Dream (5:09)
6. The Scythe Pendulum Swing (7:33)
7. Diamond Duller (4:56)
8. Jaunter (5:26)
9. Rester (Analog Chameleon) (5:01)
10. Wanderlost (11:09)
Album Length: 56:36

Album Credits:
• All songs performed by: Dizzy Mystics
• All songs written by: Kyle Halldorson
• Produced by: Kyle Halldorson
• Mixed by: John Paul Peters (Private Ear Recording (Winnipeg))
• Mastered by: Ed Brooks (Resonant Mastering (Seattle))
• Album Artwork by: Ben Duncan https://benduncanmadeit.com
• Members of SOCAN and ASCAP
• Canadian Content (MAPL)

Recording Line Up:
Kyle Halldorson (all vocals, guitars, bass, mandolin, assorted percussion, lyrics, music, songwriter)
Aaron Edgar (all drums)
Gerrit Delaquis, Kelsey Halldorson, Paula DaCosta (guest vocals on track 07-Diamond Duller)

Live Band Line Up:
Kyle Halldorson (lead vocal, guitars, mandolin)
Alexandre Joyal (guitar, backup vocal)
Aaron Bacon (bass, backup vocal)
Jeff Laird (drums, backup vocal)

Shared stage with: Dreadnaut, Chernobyl Wolves, Whiskey Talks, Attilan, Dome, Quoth the Sun, Kindred Crows, The 1221, Taylor Janzen, Giant Skellies, Two Crows for Comfort, Colour by Numbers, Ponemah, Island in the Sky, Nuclear Oath, Marwood Way, My Tin Hat, Sweet Grass, Conniferius, Lutra Lutra, Sweet Talker, Bullrider, Those Liabilities, Take It or Leave It, The Love Tongues, Nugget, 18 Rabbit, Bad House Highway, June Killing Stones, Gerrit Delaquis, King Buffalo, Bodhi Jar, Jupiter Hollow, One in the Chamber, Paper Parachutes, Amadians, Deep Dark Cave, Odder than the Otters, Forest Pilots

Tour and Festivals:

2018 – Dizzy Mystics “Enter Ontario Tour”
2017 – “The ‘Berta Firta Alberta Tour” (AB)

L-R: Jeff Laird (Drums), Kyle Halldorson (Vocals, Guitar, Mandolin), Alexandre Joyal (Guitar), Aaron Bacon (Bass)
Photo Credit: Lindsey Sturgeon

BIO:

Dizzy Mystic Soup for the Rocker’s Soul;
2 cups Psychedelic
2 cups Progressive
1 cup Hearty 70’s Metal
3 tbsp. Jazz
3 tbsp. Funk
2 tbsp. Folk
1 tbsp. Soul
A pinch of Celtic Pepper is optional

(Measurements of each ingredient are subject to change for each batch made)

As the recipe implies, rock music is the spoon that stirs the soup, and no genre (or spice) is out of the question for Dizzy Mystics. Climbing out the stock pot in 2015, Dizzy Mystics are a psychedelic rock band based out of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. One can expect a dynamically diverse, tastefully complex, and energetic dose of adventurous hard rock with feet moving rhythmic swagger, and stargazing melodies.

In the beginning, Kyle Halldorson found himself with an abundance of appetizing songs he had written on his own, and without suitable musicians to bring them to fruition, he tracked everything at his home studio, along with phenom Aaron Edgar to perform the drums. While getting the recordings mixed at Winnipeg’s Private Ear Studios by John Paul Peters, Kyle recruited Alexandre Joyal (guitarist), then Jeff Laird (drums), and Aaron Bacon (bassist) to help serve up their debut main course album “Wanderlost” and start performing live.

Kyle reflects the inspiration for the band name: “Dizzy Mystics first came to mind based on the flow of the words; the meaning is based on the ego of human beings individually, and as a whole. We’re all self proclaimed mystics or prophets, but dizzy in our vision or direction.”

They are a hearty, intense band that take great care and pride in their live performances and recordings. Emotive lyrics that are written cryptically paint vivid pictures of the world we live in. They incorporate seamless interludes where appropriate to let the music take the listener on a delicious sonic journey that will nourish and satisfy.

EPK – Dizzy Mystics – Wanderlost (2019)

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