130 Tracks of Guitar Per Song? Sunn O))) Is Back, and Going Big.
The New York Times • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Greg Anderson of Sunn O))) proposed a collaboration with Jonathan Poneman, co-founder of Seattle’s Sub Pop label, aiming to bring the label back to a guitar-oriented sound.
- Sunn O))) is known for its heavy, guitar-driven music that blends elements of drone, doom, and dark ambient, creating immersive, almost spiritual sound experiences.
- The duo’s performances are notable for their intense volume and theatrical presentation, often featuring hooded cloaks and a focus on the electric guitar’s power.
- Sunn O))) has collaborated with diverse artists from various genres, including black metal vocalist Attila Csihar, cellist Hildur Gudnadottir, and jazz trombonist Julian Priester, enriching their experimental sound.
