Below are reviews of the self titled album which is available at http://www.cdbaby.com/hypnopilot
Reviewer: John Pegoraro http://www.stonerrock.com
Hypnopilot Self Titled Review by John Pegoraro (StonerRock.com) Self released Available now On their self-titled debut, Calgarys Hypnopilot take the fuzzed riffs of Fu Manchu, throw in the swinging grooves of late 70s classic rock, and come up with one of the stronger pure rock CDs Ive heard recently. Itd be easy to dismiss this trio as run-of-the-mill stoner rock (in the truest sense of the word), but I see em more as good, heavy riff rock. Starting with "Strange Tomorrow" , they lay into the grooves and dont let up until the end of Surrounded , faltering only with the pedestrian, Tool by the way of Alice in Chains Home. But thats one out of nine, which is always a good sign. I can see these guys appealing to the straightforward rock group, as well as those who edge closer to the metal sounds of bands like Were All Gonna Die. Its got good riffs and rhythms and some memorable songs. Thats really all you need. ~End~
Reviewer: JoseElArquitecto http://www.monolith.gr
For those of you who didn't know, ''Hypnopilot'' is a song by Norwegians Honcho. However, it's also a Canadian band. A three piece out of Calgary with a big love for the desert. I think it's highly likeable these dudes have listened a lot to Honcho and should have a very bright future ahead of them. Playing what could be described as classic stonerrock with twists of their own, they deliver songs that are clearly above average in melody, groove, feeling and overall fuzzy enjoyment. Singer Matthew Simmons has a superb voice, full of soul and sweet harmony. From what I understand it has taken some time to get this album out and it's not far fetched to believe that these guys have rehearsed their asses off. Opener ''Strange Tomorrow'' is a given hit, with its fat guitar and driving rhythms. What makes Hypnopilot even more interesting is the Alice in Chains and perhaps Tool influences. These can be heard kinda clearly on ''Belong'' and ''Come Around''. A cool touch dividing Hypnopilot from a stoner rock stereotype. I think you definitely need to check these groovers out for yourself. Feel your foot go through the floor to ''Flat Rabbit'', then find these guys and get this album. JoseElArquitecto www.monolith.gr March 2006
Reviewer: Devon Cody www.nervemagazine.com
Hypnopilot s/t Independent Ahhh its discoveries like these that give me hope. These are dire days when the latest Queens of the Stone Age album sucks a sweaty dog sac and Nickelback clones rule the world of popular heavy rock with all the mechanical grace of Stephen Hawking. Behold Hypnopilot then, stepping forth from the gloom like a messiah, bringing salvation in the form of fuzzed-out, 70s inspired grooves. The album is devastatingly catchy and, despite its heaviness, uniquely smooth. Singer and guitarist Matthew Simmons velvety vocal melodies contrast perfectly with the chugging thunder that bassist Cory Pierce and Garwin Poff create together. The rhythmic mixture makes for an album that could appeal to fans of Fu-Manchu, Alice in Chains, or Cream. Cream indeed. In. My. Pants. - Devon Cody - Nerve Magazine Jan/Feb 2006
Reviewer: Matthew Vagg
This cd has the Hallmarks of becoming an absolute classic of its genre.The songs are well crafted,memorable and express a talent that instantly leaves you craving for moreyet strangely fullfilled.This is a rare combination of sheer out and out heaviness with cut crystal glass vocals that leaves you somewhere in the desert or somewhere in the sky,ulimately satisfied.Roll on part two...
Concrete Web Online Zine. Any reasonably knowledgeable metalhead would deduce from the band name that these Canadians perform stoner rock and they're absolutely right. Fu Manchu, Kyuss, Sabbath and Dozer are obvious reference points, with hints of Tool and My Sister Machine cropping up on occasion.
Managing to pull in a varied assortment of low-tuned fuzz-sounding guitar chords from aforementioned legends, this band hits the nail right on the head with the truly hard-hitting musical deliverance. The three-piece plays with confidence and a certain flair, sounding tight and fresh at the same time. The vocalist does an excellent job and his voice is perfect for their sound. However, Hypnopilot , named after a Honcho -song, they just don't add much to what's been done in that style before. Lacking innovation, they fortunately don't lack the ability to play quality fuzz rock, and that's what counts most here. This is a good album with some wicked songs ("Strange Tomorrow", "Come Around" and "Home") on it, but I think the band may need to experiment a little because they are a whole bunch of people that have heard very similar sounds before, but with some improvement and a further refining of their style and more variation in pace, they could be quite good
I firmly believe most people who really like the stoner stuff will thoroughly enjoy this release.
83/100
Cosmicmasseur.
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Hypnopilot is a song from the Norwegian stoner band Honcho. There is no proof that this has something to do with the band name of this Canadian combo, but could very well be ... cause their sound is quite similar. HYPNOPILOT also play a kind of catchy, emotional heavy stoner blues with groove, melody and excellent hooks. Massive fuzz riffing is combined with a one-of-a-kind voice, which comes close to Brant Bjork's vocals regarding warmth and coolness. If you know a band called GREENWOOD, you know where this one goes. The nine songs in 35 minutes make it more an EP than a full-length.
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