Boris - Smile (LP)

Boris's 2008 release, Smile, is a sonic behemoth that defies genre conventions. Clocking in at 56 minutes, this aural journey is a testament to the band's innovative spirit and experimental approach. Released on 29 April 2008 via Fangsanalsatan, Smile is a masterclass in blending disparate styles, seamlessly merging sludge metal, noise rock, drone, doom metal, stoner rock, shoegaze, and post-rock elements.

From the opening notes of 'Flower Sun Rain' to the closing strains of 'Untitled', Boris takes listeners on a wild ride, navigating through a soundscape of intense contrasts. Tracks like 'Laser Beam' and 'Statement' showcase the band's ability to craft infectious, high-energy riffs, while 'My Neighbor Satan' and 'Ka Re Ha Te Ta Sa Ki -No Ones Grieve-' demonstrate their capacity for atmospheric, slow-burning introspection.

Throughout Smile, Boris's eclectic sound is held together by a unifying thread of creativity and experimentation. The result is an album that is both challenging and rewarding, with each listen revealing new textures and nuances. With Smile, Boris has created a work of sonic art that is sure to appeal to fans of adventurous music, and cement their reputation as one of the most innovative and exciting bands in the underground scene.

This is a 2022 Remastered released as a LP.