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Hippie Death Cult's journey through shameless and triumphant artistic expression has led them to become a vibrant force in the realms of psychedelia and riff-heavy rock n' roll. This journey has not been without its challenges, but the band has always managed to emerge stronger and more determined than ever. Throughout their formative years, the band underwent what proved to be a very significant evolution, transitioning from a 4-piece to a more cohesive and harmonious power trio. This lineup currently consists of guitarist and founder Eddie Brnabic, vocalist and bassist Laura Phillips, and drummer Harry Silvers.

 

In 2019, Hippie Death Cult caught the attention of Cursed Tongue Records, who signed them for the release of their highly anticipated album "111." The record was met with widespread acclaim, solidifying their place in the heavy music scene. Building on this success, the band made another significant move in 2021 by signing with Heavy Psych Sounds Records. This partnership resulted in the release of their album "Circle of Days" and a split release titled "Doom Sessions Vol.5" with label mates High Reeper. Both full-length albums soared to the very top of the Doom Charts as well as many “Album Of The Year” lists, further cementing their status as a rising force in the genre.

 

Beyond their studio work, Hippie Death Cult is renowned for their electrifying and passionate stage performances. Their captivating stage presence have taken them on tours across the United States, Canada, and Europe, where they have garnered a dedicated and growing fanbase.

 

In October 2023, the band released their latest album “Helichrysum”, which garnered enthusiastic praise from both critics and fans alike. This release has become their best-selling and most-streamed album to date, and was supported by multiple tours across North America and Europe.

 

At present, the band is focused on creating fresh music and is strategizing for their touring schedule in 2025.

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"The uncommon appeal of Hippie Death Cult is, to my ears, that they play stoner rock like it's something entirely different. That sounds nonsensical, but the Portland trio use the sounds, textures, and overall atmosphere of stoner rock as a testbed for extraordinary, sublime strangeness that ties back to their genre inclinations while becoming something much more. More artful than most of the genre and singularly captivating, every album from this crew is a major event not to be missed. In short: if you think all stoner doom sounds the same, Hippie Death Cult is here to eradicate that notion."

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-Ted Nubel (Invisible oranges)

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"Every so often something gets me really charged.  I'm telling you guys, this is becoming more and more a rarity for me.

Not a lot triggers that excitement of new discovery anymore.  I'm getting old 'n' jaded. Nevertheless, the power of the Riff prevails!  Introducing my favorite new find: HIPPIE DEATH CULT from Portland, Oregon. Hippie Death Cult is one of the freshest, most vibrant bands to come out of Portland in quite some while."

 

Give ear... -BillyGoat (Doomed & Stoned)

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"Circle of days is a journey through shameless and triumphant artistic expression, exploration and discovery and comes full circle with five tracks of evocatively retro yet freshly imagined deliciousness. "

~THE DOOM ORACLE - Doom Charts

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"I don’t typically add just flat out singles to my collection, but Hippie Death Cult have something special about to go down in the heavy scene. They have 3 singles out there and some trippy youtube videos of those songs that indicate their upcoming debut full length just may be something to be anticipating. I know I can’t wait to hear more, take a listen, I think you’ll agree. Portland, Oregon strikes again."

 

-Bucky Brown (Ripple Music/Doom Charts)

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B-b-b-blown away. This here is utmost fire! I'm ready for life-long membership of the Hippie Death Cult, where do I sign up??

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-Niels Bartholdy (Cursed Tongue Records)

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Despite, or perhaps because of, their name, Hippie Death Cult are a very inviting band. The Portland, OR-based rockers deal in psychedelia, in doom and in riff-heavy classic rock

Vince Bellino - Decibel Magazine

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Portland's Hippie Death Cult is like if Frank Zappa got into stoner rock, but also listened to some older Mastodon on the weekends. It's equal parts progressive rock and just straight up riffs, making for one hell of a final product. Which is why we pretty much had to premiere the band's new album Circle of Days today. It's too good!

Greg Kennelt -  Metal Injection

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