Secret Machines

A new guitarist replaces one of the Texan brothers who founded the Secret Machines on their self-titled, self-released third effort Secret Machines. And squelchy synths add an unaccustomed industrial edge to the trio’s prog-psych swagger on single ”Atomic Heels.” Yet beyond that initial changeup, the new lineup and label haven’t noticeably affected their sound: They’re sticking with bloated track lengths and overblown lyrics. Thankfully, they haven’t lost their touch for thunderous rhythms or layered production, either. B
Download This: Listen to ”Atomic Heels” on the band’s MySpace page