Blackwolfgoat

- Malden, MA Other / Drone / Experimental

About

Members: Darryl Shepard - guitar

Sounds Like: Neu, Earth, Pink Floyd, Sunn0))), darsombra

Label: Small Stone, The Maple Forum, Bilocation, Kozmik Artifactz

Manager: self managed

Bio: Birthed in the year 2010, Blackwolfgoat is here now in this world and is very real. Yes, the legends and stories of Blackwolfgoat are all true, and then some. Guitarist Darryl Shepard, one-time member of bands such as Hackman, Roadsaw and Milligram, decided to go it alone for his latest endeavor,... See Full Bio

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Blackwolfgoat has a show on 02/02/2013 at 08:00 PM @ Radio in Somerville, 02143 http://www.reverbnation.com/c./poni/172729221 #concert

Press

"All kneel before the Dronolith and revel within the splendor of it’s shadow! “BLACKWOLFGOAT is the solo drone/ambient project from ex-HACKMAN / MILLIGRAM guitarist Darryl Shepard,” or so his Bandcamp page says. What Darryl doesn’t want you to know: he’s actually just an enchanted floating guitar played by a pair of enormous spectral hands. These diligent hands pull from a small assortment of riffs that come to know the birth, flourishing ellipse and calming dissolution within their sonic life cycle. Life came from fuzz burns with droning focus. His sounds elicit a certain smiling musical control, as he boasts that “all songs and sounds on this album were recorded live in the studio, no overdubs.” Of course not, the Dronolith breathes and circulates of it’s own volition. Furthermore, the lack of percussion furnishes a certain attention to the enamoring tones. Only one instrument needed for scalding a white hot trance through the listener."

— Jarad Haggard, Orlandooom

“The ambient drone project of Daryl Shepard, Blackwolfgoat's sophomore album, Dronolith, picks up where the debut Dragonwizardsleeve left off and progresses further into shifting landscapes. Hypnotic, each sonic structure has a distinctly modern and minimalistic texture established on firm but simple foundations, soon evolving, almost organically, into towering edifices and labyrinthine complexity...Beautifully crafted, each track growing until they stand tall by themselves and even mightier as part of the overall assembly, Dronolith is an impressive work that with repeat listens reveals ever greater depths. Recommended. ”

— Jason Guest, Sea of Tranquility

“At first glance, this album would appear to be a rip on Sunn0))) due to the title, and their influence on Blackwolfgoat is heard, but it falls into the instrumental/post/whatever rock category more and manages to find a voice different from O’Malley’s. Opening track ‘Ruane’ is a delicate staccato dance, creating lacey textures with the lo-fi recording and providing interesting contrast to the drone found later in "Dronolith". The influence of Red Sparrows and Earth can be heard throughout the album, making this an ideal pick for fans of said bands. ”

— Emma, MetalBite

“Shepard’s ambitions are clear and insightful as they successfully push the boundaries and limits of what ‘drone’ has come to be defined, with Blackwolfgoat dancing circles in between doom, rock and indie genres all the way. Indeed, Dronolith manages to be a warm listen, despite the inherently cold, difficult and distant nature of its music, ushering in fuzzy memories of toked out, German psychedelia all the way through the album’s twisting, turning grooves. Solid stuff, and highly recommended for the abstract, artsy set seeking something new to drop out and turn on. ”

— MetalGeorge, Metal Army America

"Dronolith" follows closely in the footsteps of Blackwolfgoat's first album. Limited to just 100 hand-numbered gatefold digi-sleeve copies, if you want a copy I'd suggest jumping on it a.s.a.p. With a 46-minute run time you will discover how quickly this album comes and goes. Shepard continues to improve upon his product. Progressive is the name of the game as his music creates a shifting landscape of fuzzed out guitars/ambient noise. His creative use of atmosphere is most striking of all. The album creates the impression that this was an act of improvised music. It’s as if Shepard just sat down and let his mind carry his music wherever it would go. Consider this album to be the art of experimentation at it's highest peak. Simply gorgeous!

— Andy, Heavy Metal Time Machine

“With 'Dragonwizardsleeve', Blackwolfgoat comes riding in on a slow moving train of moody Kyuss-style guitar hooks which somehow morph into Fleetwood Mac circa 'Black Magic Woman'...Moving between blues, metal and electronic processes, some of this may make great soundtrack music to a 1970s Italian horror movie, or the slow bits in a Silent Hill sequel. It certainly would create a great sense of place if accompanying one through an exhibition on the 9 circles of hell - it really does have that atmospheric feel.”

— Craggy, Uber Rock

“This is not the next black metal band from Scandinavia, but guitarist Darryl Shepard, one-time member of bands such as Hackman, Roadaw and Milligram. Obviously, he felt the need to record his first solo album that turned out surprisingly experimental. On centerstage is thereby his electric guitar and one amplifier and nothing else. In the process he has developed his poetic tonal palette which is mostly miles away from traditional blues and rock 'n' roll structures. 'Death of a Lifer' and 'The Goat' uses electric guitar drones in the manner of early Earth, whereas the incredibly hypnotic 'Tinnitus the Night' adds a psychedelic edge to the whole thing. ”

— KK, Cosmic Lava

“If you ever imagined what Angus and Malcolm Young would sound like borrowing a Frippertronics rig, then Blackwolfgoat’s debut Dragonwizardsleeve is right up your alley. Not the entire album is like that but opening song “Risk and Return” made me think of that. This one man instrumental band is guitarist Darryl Shepard (Hackman, Roadsaw, Milligram) not rocking like his old bands but once the rock is in you, it always comes out no matter how hard you drone. This would make a good gateway for people who are put off by the statistical density of Earth or Sunn O))).”

— Woody, The Ripple Effect

““This a drone/ambient doom album and is an interesting change of pace from the standard Small Stone releases. As with all drone music, this is a slow journey and not a mad dash to the finish line … If you’re into drone music, open-minded about your music, or you’re looking to dabble into something a bit different, Dragonwizardsleeve would not be a bad place to start.” ”

— Cheesesoda, The Soda Shop

“'Dragonwizardsleeve'? Hmmmm...I can't help but wonder if ex-Milligram and Roadsaw guitarist Darryl Shepard has met my ex-wife. I jest, of course, but I think we're all aware of the connotations implied in the title of this extraordinary piece of work by Mr Shepard. If not, then I'll not be the one to explain it. Blackwolfgoat is a one-man, one guitar and one-amp live-in-the-studio solo extravaganza, performed by the afore-mentioned Darryl Shepard without the aid of overdubbing or additional tracking. The six tracks that make up 'Dragonwizardsleeve' are made up entirely of layered loops and drones, with Mr Shepard playing atop himself in real-time.”

— Paul, The Sleeping Shaman

“As a former member of alt-rockers Milligram, stoner rockers Roadsaw, and hard rockers Hackman, guitarist Darryl Shepard is no stranger to musical versatility, but his one-man project Blackwolfgoat easily exceeds his prior creative reach with all of those groups combined. In 2010's cryptically named and wholly instrumental Dragonwizardsleeve, Shepard touches on an eclectic array of styles with what at first appear to be meticulously layered sounds, but which in fact are comprised of entirely live recordings, devoid of any overdubs save for a few loops played simultaneously, and therefore still suffused with a beguiling minimalist purity. ”

— Eduardo Rivadavia, Allmusic

“There’s a range of emotions and moods clearly on display here, which is refreshing given how much drone seems just an exercise for its own sake or a tryout of equipment. The distorted “Tinnitus the Night” is on the shorter end at 4:17, but nonetheless creates an unsettled atmosphere of worry, and the sweeter “Risk and Return” plays with light mathematics that seem to be trying to air positivity on top of light percussion. Shepard being a proven-capable guitarist and no stranger to working in instrumental settings, Blackwolfgoat can be engaged either on the level of audio wallpaper or active listening. Of course I’d recommend the second option, but either way you approach Dragonwizardsleeve, definitely be sure to keep Blackwolfgoat’s MySpace page on your radar. ”

— JJ Koczan, The Obelisk

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Feb 2

Radio
Somerville, 02143, US | 8:00pm
Radio
Somerville, 02143, US
Sat Feb 02 8:00pm
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Benefit show for Translator Audio and The South Sound in New York, both of which were destroyed by Hurricane Sandy.
2012
Dec 28

O'Brien's
Boston, MA, US | 8:00pm
O'Brien's
Boston, MA, US
Fri Dec 28, 2012 8:00pm
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2012
Nov 19

Zu Zu
Cambridge, MA, US | 8:00pm
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Cambridge, MA, US
Mon Nov 19, 2012 8:00pm
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Night of the LIVING DEADHEAD & I will have Vinyl for all the good girls & boys
2012
Nov 3

Radio Bar
Somerville, MA, US | 4:00pm
Radio Bar
Somerville, MA, US
Sat Nov 03, 2012 4:00pm
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SMALL STONE RECORDS SHOWCASE (Eastern Edition)..... BBQ, Beer, and some of the finest heavy rock music you've ever heard!!! ... all for $10!!!
2012
Jul 22

O'Brien's
Boston, MA, US | 2:00pm
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Boston, MA, US
Sun Jul 22, 2012 2:00pm
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Ungerfest. More bands tba.

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Building Buildings
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VinceA
greet sound... please, check me out.. thanks.. your the best
Sills & Smith
Holy shit, I just love Building Buildings! It's blasting from my speakers now. All is right with the world. Frank Smith
Opollo
kickass!
We Love Metal Fans
BLACKWOLFGOAT is on We Love Metal today. See what we thought of the new album: http://www.welovemetal.com/newsite/wordpress/2011/07/09/blackwolfgoat-dronolith/
Shiong.On.Jay Listening
Impressive! Surely my type of artist! I admire the 'simplicity ' that you built upon. Music as an art! Thanks for making connection. Very happy to know you! -Shiong
Trip Axe
I have been a huge fan for years, your music KICKS ASS!!!