The Blue Rider have mastered the art of hallucinogenic rock. More importantly, the Denver foursome pack a reverb drenched punch with their latest offering with “Lightning.” Guitarist Alex Eschen has mastered the crunchy sound of guitar riffage with extended noodling on the raucous take. What’s more important to point out is the heavy influence on 60s era psychedelia that could have been recorded by the Monks. The skulltastic artwork is provided the immensely talented Ravi Zupa. Fans can catch the Blue Rider at the Lions Lair to celebrate the 4th of July celebration, “Red, White and the Blue Rider.”
July 4
Lion’s Lair, Denver, CO, US
Line-up: The Blue Rider, Colfax Speed Queen, Broken Spirits
The Blue Rider – Blue Lightning [mp3]