Rock Fueguina - Music Magazine Argentinia (Feb 2025): Oxymoron, an intriguing Art/Prog rock band hailing from Austria, delivers a mesmerizing experience with their track "Beyond the Limit." The song masterfully channels the psychedelic essence of the 60s and 70s, blending it with the expansive, cosmic textures of space rock and the grandiose ambition of operatic 70s progressive rock. The result is nothing short of excellence—a sprawling sonic journey that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly modern. The intricate layers of soundscapes evoke a sense of exploration, as if the listener is being transported to another dimension, while the ambitious arrangements showcase the band's deep reverence for the golden age of prog rock.
Lyrically, Oxymoron delves into thought-provoking themes, tackling social issues and offering sharp political critique. The dual vocal interpretation adds a unique human touch to the track, creating a dynamic interplay that enhances its emotional depth. This approach not only highlights the complexity of the subject matter but also makes it more relatable, grounding the lofty concepts in a sense of shared humanity. The production quality is impeccable, with every instrument meticulously captured, allowing the virtuosic performances to shine.
"Beyond the Limit" is set to be featured on Oxymoron's upcoming album, Chernobyl 1986 , which explores the darker side of human progress—centered around themes of greed, power, ignorance, and overestimation, and their devastating consequences. The album’s conceptual framework is both timely and timeless, drawing parallels between historical events and contemporary challenges. With this track, Oxymoron not only demonstrates their technical prowess and artistic vision but also invites listeners to reflect on the broader implications of humanity's relentless pursuit of advancement.
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Thoughts Words Action / Serbia: (Feb 2025): "Wow! Your composition sounds amazing! It's more than hearable that you poured heart and soul into it. I can hear how some of the finest properties of alternative, synth rock, and hard rock found their way into this sonic equation. Those guitar works truly stand out. Each guitar riff, chord progresion, and other sonic maneuver has its place and purpose, spicing this track and elevating it to new heights. The synths are such nice addition that perfectly pair guitar works. The bass guitar also reigns supreme, as this important instrument provides more than necessary heaviness, clarity, and depth while the exceptional drumming based upon intricate beats, breaks, fills, and other percussive acrobatics keeps everything in line and dictates groove and tempo. You also thought about the arrangements, so the entire track acts like an ear-appealing, fascinating sonic journey, worth revisiting over and over again. You've created a masterpiece. Well done!"
AUXOIS FM / France: Feb 2025 " Enfin de la musicalité ! Une intro qui prend le temps de s 'installer, une orchestration digne des grands groupe des années seventies, ça joue avec maîtrise, une ligne chant qui vous prend et le résultat et une bonne prestation rock"
On The Horizon / Radio Show USA: (Feb 2025 - from min 49:50): Feb 2025
Rock Culture Magazin / Spain https://www.rockculture.es/noticias-angus-sites-steve-creep-and-the-wildcards-low-country-jam-machine-damsel-oxymoron-kevin-koplar-desu-taem-zircon-skyeband-half-drunk-hollow-eyed-poetic/
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X-Act Musicmagazine (1.5.2023): http://www.x-act-musicmagazine.com/2023/05/01/oxymoron-eine-etwas-andere-band-aus-oesterreich-story-cd-reviews-praesentations-konzert-am-12-mai-2023-im-linzer-posthof/?fbclid=IwAR1zy5dSciMLKhExOQUkQ2lTyPxLJgToVVC9BVtLJtm-bU_f5GoISaDh5-I
Pulse & Spirit ( Pink Floyd Fanbase), Mai 2021: https://www.pulse-and-spirit.com/news/prog-rock-aus-ooe-oxymoron-veroeffentlichen-debuetalbum-odyssey/
Odyssey auf Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/4bYN9GXusmUChTyaEUGcl5?si=sy0y5zGYSgGUUQnnrMud7Q
Monopoly Live 12.5.2023 (Tips Linz):