Release Date May 29th, 2026
Format CD/LP/Digital
Genre Heavy Psych Rock, Progressive Rock
Origin USA /Germany
Elder started in the mid 2000s as a heavy, downtuned psychedelic rock act and slowly evolved into one of the most adventurous names in modern heavy psych. Across the years they moved away from pure stoner riff worship and pulled progressive rock, krautrock, space rock and melodic textures into their sound without losing their own character. After relocating mostly to Germany and spending years on the road, the band built a catalog that constantly shifted direction while staying recognizable as Elder. “Through Zero” continues that path and finds the band sounding experienced, adventurous and fully comfortable exploring wider musical ground.
“Through Zero” is one of those albums that reveal more with every spin. Elder take their familiar hypnotic grooves and long-form songwriting and push them into warmer, more colorful territory filled with psychedelic layers, floating melodies and progressive movement. The riffs are still there, heavy and fluid, though this time the atmosphere often takes center stage. The album has a very organic flow, with songs unfolding naturally. Some moments drift into cosmic and reflective territory, others lock into deep rhythmic patterns that slowly pull you in.
What really lifts this album is how good Elder sound when they lean into the psychedelic-progressive side of their music. Those sections are beautifully arranged, rich in texture and full of small details that slowly emerge after repeated listens. The guitars weave around the keyboards in a very natural way and the rhythm section gives the material a smooth pulse that lets the songs travel far without losing direction. The progressive influences never come across as forced or overly complicated. Elder approach them with patience and musical instinct, allowing the album to open up gradually.
Since the band co-produced and co-mixed the album themselves alongside Richard Behrens, the sound reflects their vision in a very complete way. Everything has depth and warmth, especially the layered guitars and ambient passages, giving the album a wide and immersive character without sanding down the heavier moments.
Not every section hits with the same intensity and a few passages drift longer than necessary, though the album remains engaging thanks to its strong songwriting and constantly shifting musical ideas. Elder sounds fully mature here, exploring progressive and psychedelic territory with creativity and natural flow while still grounds everything in heavy rock foundations. “Through Zero” is among the most absorbing and rewarding albums for listeners willing to sink into its world.
| 8.0
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