After releasing two critically acclaimed albums that evaded the trappings of contemporary psychedelia, Jackson Scotts heavily drone-rock and shoegaze influenced new outfit, Votaries, reasserts that an unabashed indifference to musical trends continues to suit his songwriting. Undulating guitars and lyrics that wantonly explore themes of eradication, annihilation, temptation, rage, and paradise recall Spaceman 3s drug-tinged insouciance, while ethereally layered vocal harmonies pay homage to the singular production achievements of pioneers like My Bloody Valentine. The resulting sound is somehow greater than the sum of its parts. Songs like the rhythmically propelled Delusion and punchy, bass-driven Rainbow Death Revisited explore territories not yet charted by any of the greats and show that Psychometry, transcendent as it may be, is merely a hint of what is to come as Scott devoutly continues to push his musical boundaries. ~ Limited edition of 500 records ~ NPR: Review – Jackson Scott Sunshine Redux The Asheville-via-Pittsburgh native hasn't yet learned how to hold back, and here's hoping he never does…Sunshine Redux rips a mental seam that will be difficult to mend, as its loose, bright essence spills out across the ages PITCHFORK: Review – Jackson Scott Melbourne [7.7 out of 10] This promising debut album from the young North Carolina-based singer/songwriter mixes the lysergic creepiness of Syd Barrett with more straight-forward and hooky guitar jams indebted to indie rock
