Tao Of The Devil
Brant Bjork
Tao Of The Devil is a solo album by desert rock veteran Brant Bjork, released on September 30, 2016 through Napalm Records, and often credited under Brant Bjork & The Low Desert Punk Band on physical editions. Consisting of eight tracks (including the bonus “Evening Jam”), the record runs around 50 minutes and continues his signature blend of stoner rock, bluesy hard rock, and laid‑back desert grooves, but with a slightly mellower, more 1970s‑influenced feel than the heavier Black Power Flower that preceded it. Critics describe the sound as rooted in overdriven tube amps and doomy riffing, yet more accessible and rock‑oriented than metal, leaning into psychedelic and blues-rock textures reminiscent of early‑’70s jam bands.
Across songs like “The Gree Heen,” “Humble Pie,” “Stackt,” “Luvin’,” and the title track, Tao Of The Devil emphasizes groove, unpretentious songwriting, and extended jams, with Brant’s relaxed vocal drawl riding warm, live-sounding instrumentation. Reviewers highlight the album’s “good life” ethos and underlying themes of love, peace, and keeping one’s cool, noting how its free‑flowing, jam-friendly structure invites listeners to sink into the desert vibe rather than chase big choruses or studio polish. Many fans and critics see it as both a summing‑up and a refinement of his solo style—an organic, 70s‑steeped rock record that shows how he can keep the classic stoner rock flame alive while subtly evolving his sound.
Tao Of The Devil
Brant Bjork
Tao Of The Devil is a solo album by desert rock veteran Brant Bjork, released on September 30, 2016 through Napalm Records, and often credited under Brant Bjork & The Low Desert Punk Band on physical editions. Consisting of eight tracks (including the bonus “Evening Jam”), the record runs around 50 minutes and continues his signature blend of stoner rock, bluesy hard rock, and laid‑back desert grooves, but with a slightly mellower, more 1970s‑influenced feel than the heavier Black Power Flower that preceded it. Critics describe the sound as rooted in overdriven tube amps and doomy riffing, yet more accessible and rock‑oriented than metal, leaning into psychedelic and blues-rock textures reminiscent of early‑’70s jam bands.
Across songs like “The Gree Heen,” “Humble Pie,” “Stackt,” “Luvin’,” and the title track, Tao Of The Devil emphasizes groove, unpretentious songwriting, and extended jams, with Brant’s relaxed vocal drawl riding warm, live-sounding instrumentation. Reviewers highlight the album’s “good life” ethos and underlying themes of love, peace, and keeping one’s cool, noting how its free‑flowing, jam-friendly structure invites listeners to sink into the desert vibe rather than chase big choruses or studio polish. Many fans and critics see it as both a summing‑up and a refinement of his solo style—an organic, 70s‑steeped rock record that shows how he can keep the classic stoner rock flame alive while subtly evolving his sound.