66. Kadavar - 'The Isolation Tapes'

COVID and the resulting lockdowns has had a massive negative effect on the music industry. However, for some this forced shutdown has actually had positive outcomes. German retro rockers Kadavar had become part of a never-ending treadmill of album/tour/album. It was only when this was unceremoniously interrupted, did the two Christophs and Simon realise the effect that it was having on them and the people they love. The hiatus allowed them to reassess their priorities and their relationship with others and music itself. “The Isolation Tapes” is the sound of a spiritual awakening through the medium of laid-back blues. It's an album about revaluation and about realignment. It doesn't "rock" as we understand it, instead it calmly shimmers. The tone is gentle and reflective, freed from all expectations the music is allowed tumble forward in an organic fashion. Essentially this is the sound of three guys getting in touch with their inner-selves and playing music for the simple joy of playing music.