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Primitivo Astral has received outstanding international and national reviews:
KEXP (Seattle, USA): Premiered "Spelling Love" on The Midday Show.
Clash Magazine (UK): Praised the album for blending 60s and 70s influences into a psychedelic journey.
The Big Takeover (UK): "A perfect fusion of psychedelic rock and post-punk" with a modern, powerful twist.
Louder Than War (UK): "Impulsive, hypnotic, and vibrant."
Rockzone: "Marvelous," "A display of constant strength."
Metal Heads Forever (Canada): "Raw energy."
Turbo 3 (Radio 3): Selected "Automatical Soul" among the best songs of 2024.
Ruta 66: "A burst of riffs that will delight fans," "It's hard to attend one of their concerts and not walk away captivated."
El Sótano (Radio 3): "(In the Garden of) Narcissus" was featured among the best songs of 2024.
This dynamic garage rock and heavy psychedelia trio, Capsula, returns with their electrifying new 10-track album, Primitivo Astral, ready to shake the underground music scene once again. Combining raw energy with cosmic vibes, Capsula delivers a sonic experience that draws from their deep influences, ranging from 60s and 70s punk, garage, and surf rock to experimental, post-punk, and psychedelic sounds. The band has captivated audiences worldwide with over two decades of fiercely creative output, earning collaborations with rock icons like Tony Visconti (David Bowie, T-Rex) and John Agnello (Sonic Youth).
The centerpiece of Primitivo Astral is the powerful single "Spelling Love". This song embodies Capsula’s signature hypnotic sound, blending heavy psychedelia with West Coast vibes and anthem-like energy. It’s a fascinating journey of sonic experimentation, with Coni’s commanding vocals, Martin’s intense guitar riffs, and bass rhythms that propel the track forward. As it unfolds, it weaves together elements of classic rock and modern psychedelic rock with unique intensity, leaving listeners spellbound.
Created in Capsula’s own studio, Silver Recordings, in Bilbao, "Spelling Love" reflects the band’s meticulous dedication to crafting immersive soundscapes. “It’s about the strength of love,” the band shares, encapsulating the hypnotic and emotional core of the track. Martin’s electric guitar riffs merge with Coni’s rich vocals, delivering a bold and electrifying tribute to love, power, and resilience.
Capsula’s sonic palette is deeply rooted in a long history of bold experimentation and intensely charged live performances. Since their formation, the trio has shared stages with iconic acts like Iggy Pop, Os Mutantes, and X, channeling the raw energy of their influences while infusing futuristic, sci-fi-inspired elements. Their live shows are known for their relentless intensity, making them a must-see for fans of post-punk, heavy psychedelia, and alternative rock.
Primitivo Astral builds on the momentum of their previous album, Phantasmaville (2021), and marks a new high point in the band’s 25-year journey. To celebrate this milestone, Capsula will embark on a new tour in 2024, following a triumphant run of 55 shows across Spain, Argentina, Chile, France, and the United States.
With Primitivo Astral and "Spelling Love", Capsula continues to push the boundaries of rock, merging the past with the future in their unique cosmic sonic landscape.
ABOUT CAPSULA
“These aren’t just musicians in a band; they’re a fabulous golden serpent, twisting on a big stage while playing seismic garage rock.” — THE AUSTIN CHRONICLE, review at Austin Psych Fest
“Capsula is a serious rock trio with great musical prowess and songs that will become classics.” — TONY VISCONTI
LINEUP:
Martin Guevara: Vocals/Guitar
Coni Cápsula: Vocals/Bass
Álvaro Olaetxea: Drums