Merrow - Reading the Bones (Full Album Stream)

1- Desolate Horizons 0:00 - 4:34
2- Reading the Bones 4:34 - 9:35
3- Coven of Hags 9:35 - 13:09
4- Onieromancer 13:09 - 17:36
5- Pythoness 17:36 - 24:30
6- Aruspex 24:30 - 29:12
7- Heart of the Sea Nymph 29:12 - 33:10
8- Braving the Dunes 33:10 - 38:30
9- The Miser 38:30 - 42:45
10- The Wastrel 42:45 - 47:48
Order the CD, tab book and merch bundles here- goo.gl/QCLB5h
Order the digital release at www.keithmerrow.com
Merrow - Reading the Bones also available on iTunes, Amazon and any major digital retailer or streaming service.
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Album Lineup:
Keith Merrow- Guitar, bass, keys
Kerim “Krimh” Lechner- Drums
Waclaw "Vogg" Kieltyka (Guitar solo, Desolate Horizons)
Nick Johnston (Guitar solo, Pythoness)
Jeff Loomis (Guitar solo, Heart of the Sea Nymph)
Produced by: Keith Merrow
Engineering and tracking: Keith Merrow and Krimh
Mixing: Keith Merrow
Mastering: Kris Crummett (Interlace Audio) and Keith Merrow
Album artwork by- Bahrull Marta
Check out Krimh on KZbin- / @krimhdrummer

[@coolumar335]

Who listened to Heart of the Sea Nymph close to a decade ago? Great album, Mr. Merrow!

[@KeithMerrow]

Thanks! Crazy to think, but that song was originally written around 2005ish. It was fun to revisit it.

[@makinuthead]

I do!I did a cover too,and probably do another one on this take.still overwhelemed on that last riff.

[@WildWildWeasel]

Conquering Dystopia times as well, some of my best memories were with their songs as the background music and that one too xD

[@philclarke3660]

still prefer and hear the Jeff Loomis solo in my head every time, but side by side comparison, this new version has much better and darker tone

[@SYNKarnage]

To hear that and braving the dunes with REAL drums and a badass drummer is awesome! I remember an older album Merrow released as well, (sorry to mention, Keith, because it seems you were trying to bury it) and that album had some classic badass songs on it. Malfunction is badass! Or my nemesis, the drums from that song are SO fun to play, would LOVE to hear real drums for it. You make unique stuff Keith, keep making music!!

[@KeithMerrow]

Let me know your favorite track and I'll see about doing some playthrough videos

[@mikedixon8830]

All of them?

[@Malevo81metal]

@@mikedixon8830all jejeje

[@philg8844]

Coven of Hags. I’ve listened to this album nonstop since it was released. Fantastic the entire way through.

[@chrisfinster1346]

Onieromancer

[@makinuthead]

Aruspex!

[@KeithMerrow]

1- Desolate Horizons 0:00 - 4:34 2- Reading the Bones 4:34 - 9:35 3- Coven of Hags 9:35 - 13:09 4- Onieromancer 13:09 - 17:36 5- Pythoness 17:36 - 24:30 6- Aruspex 24:30 - 29:12 7- Heart of the Sea Nymph 29:12 - 33:10 8- Braving the Dunes 33:10 - 38:30 9- The Miser 38:30 - 42:45 10- The Wastrel 42:45 - 47:48 Order the CD, tab book and merch bundles here- goo.gl/QCLB5h Order the digital release at www.keithmerrow.com Merrow - Reading the Bones also available on iTunes, Amazon and any major digital retailer or streaming service.

[@chrisfinster1346]

Really cool. Also really good.

[@kristiansimpson8899]

@Chief Thundrecock that's the biggest issue I have with full Album uploads... I mean, I want the Music but I also hate the idea that a Band or Artist is losing out on Money for their hard work. Ya know...

[@chrisw7347]

What does Onieromancer mean? Is it a misspelling of Oneiromancer? Just wondering

[@kristiansimpson8899]

@Chief Thundrecock I understand that and agree with you. I myself, have a list of Albums I have yet to listen to, and as soon as I listen to it, if I like it and I can buy it.. I do. Then it goes onto my second/main list.. of Albums I own already... which started, in the first place with ones, I've owned for Years. I also think though that, it's good that the Monopoly of the likes of EMI and so on. Is dying... but it also makes it harder to make a living out of Music. Though.. for me... like when I do my Paintings (Yes, I use actual Paints... haha), I honestly am not trying make a profit... I just want to share my thoughts and feelings with others.. Therapy in a way.. but also.. just doing something I love. I guess. So of course, I'm not like Mr Merrow.. it's not my livelihood but I do feel like things are both better & worse for those making a living by making Music, nowadays. But hell, what do I know... just expressing my opinion. Anyways, thanks for the reply and sorry if my own is a little long. i just thought it fair to give a decent(ish) response. Hopefully you can understand. Regards, Kristian Simpson.

[@GubJubdotcom]

Fuckin A, Love your sound bro! Cheers :D

[@KeaHM]

I love the way your heavy metal sounds so aggressive, melodic and strong without being noisy

[@Irvinfadhilah]

Exactly.

[@konstantinkostic173]

Ty Matt Heafy for recomending this album gonna listen thru all discography

[@konstantinkostic173]

@anonymous source agreed rly good album first time i heard of him listened all of his albums

[@RudyAyoub]

Big mood

[@zexavela6918]

Mood

[@RohannvanRensburg]

Haha I don't know why your comments are always at the top of every comment section.

[@flexyofacechase1786]

@@RohannvanRensburg He's a clout chaser and a sack chaser, and a paper chaser.

[@norwardradtke1361]

man if keith isnt the most inventive guitar player I have heard in the last decade...

[@jpweidemoyer8544]

Keith - I've followed you for close to a decade now (ever since your Pillars of Creation clip video). You've evolved on every level as a musician, and seem to be just as humble as you were back then. A true inspiration for us fellow metalheads and musicians alike. Keep it metal man \m/

[@joedamore7653]

Heart Of The Sea Nymph was the best pickup comparison vid I ever watched.

[@ThorsShadow]

Truth!

[@williampryor9742]

Keith I miss your gear demos and guitar playthroughs! I hope you're doing well dude

[@KarzGuitar]

Hell yes! Thanks for the great music, Keith. For the mobile users out there, here's the timestamps! 1- Desolate Horizons 0:00 - 4:34 2- Reading the Bones 4:34 - 9:35 3- Coven of Hags 9:35 - 13:09 4- Onieromancer 13:09 - 17:36 5- Pythoness 17:36 - 24:30 6- Aruspex 24:30 - 29:12 7- Heart of the Sea Nymph 29:12 - 33:10 8- Braving the Dunes 33:10 - 38:30 9- The Miser 38:30 - 42:45 10- The Wastrel 42:45 - 47:48

[@LOLOLOL1ish]

The riff king has returned!!!! You, Kirk Windstein, Dime and Jerry Cantrell are my favorite riff gods of all time! So fucking heavy!!!!!

[@KeithMerrow]

Damn, that's insane. I don't feel deserving of being included with names like that, but I definitely appreciate it. Those guys are big influences for me as well. Especially Kirk.

[@LOLOLOL1ish]

@@KeithMerrow hell yeah brother, you are a huge inspiration. Keep up the great work!

[@DaviJackal]

Merrow, my guitar influence number one.

[@iguessillsuffer]

Ok Keith. I purchased it due to the fact that I want you to keep hammering out amazing music. Thank you, and I'll give it a solid listen soon with no doubt that it's amazing from start to finish.

[@SYNKarnage]

I would just like to point out, that Keith Merrow is by far, my favourite musician... ever! Your attention to good rhythm and riffs have yet to be matched, good sir! Never stop feeding your love of playing guitar. I look forward to anything you're involved in. Also, I'm SO glad to hear REAL drums on your actual work. I love your music because it's so rhythm-based and LOVE to play the drum patterns you programmed... speaking of which, Hats off to Krimh, as well, you delivered so well that heavy punch in the face and chest that Keith Merrows music deserves. Outstanding job guys! STAY METAL!!

[@Citizen_J]

Man, a lot of killer albums out recently! Thanks for the sick jams Keith

[@0merta14]

Care to list a few?

[@sameerbankar6073]

@@0merta14 Soreption's Dod Jord.

[@JJShalashaska]

Heart Of The Sea Nymph is one of the best pieces of pure metal of all times. It's literally the 7 strings guitar Anthem. Even if I have to admit that I prefer the solo of the original version, but Jeff did an awesome job on the solo as always. Great album, and Keith is an awesome musician.

[@denisherry]

Incredibly deep and emotionnely intense !! Thank you for you art Keith! Huge inspirations... They are all favorites for me (Would love to see all in playthrough) each one have a different vibes who we can jump easily in it, but all are connected to the same deep feeling. A Masterpiece.

[@d4mdcykey]

This entire album is stunning. I. can't. stop. listening. to. it. Each and everytime I put it on I catch new mindblowing riffs and arrangements. I've seriously not been this pumped up over an Instrumental album in a very long time; truly exceptional, Keith.

[@blerbele632]

I've listened to it about 7 times already and it still gives me goosebumps listening. You killed it Keith.

[@taterfight]

Great stuff. Can we please discuss how you created this guitar tone?!

[@dr.a.o.]

Great album. Keith still in top shape. Hope another solo album is in the works.

[@EMCZIX]

Got the tabs yesterday! Can't decide what to learn first lol. Love the album Keith, keep up the amazing work!

[@sonerozdemir467]

Keith,it was very big pleasure to listen this masterpiece. Thanks a lot.

[@1663Metal]

Aruspex Is insane!!!

[@chuggyy]

More demisery material, please. All those in agreeance?

[@rogerwinright2290]

My god, I just get on here because I just wanted to see what Keith has been up to these days, then I see that there's a new album, and then I listen to it... And alas, I am again, sitting here wondering why my riffs are nowhere near as kick ass as this. Absolutely amazing stuff man! As always!

[@user-nc8uv8pw3m]

speciale ottima esecuzione !!! e un lavoro di mixer non indifferente!!

[@fredriksvard2603]

I kinda want to hear nergal sing over this

[@toemasmeems]

DUDE this is the ONLY vocalist i could see over this

[@jesusdart1203]

Its official I need to upgrade to a 7 string." Keith" your work is without a doubt inspiring, not only to me but to my fingers. 🤘🤘🔥🔥 keep up the great work.

[@kristiansimpson8899]

Hey man, just thought I'd pop by and quickly put my two pence worth in. I am not trying to be offensive. Not sure if it's an "upgrade"... I think really.. to be honest, it's like being able to play Bass and Guitar, you can play both and others. Look at John Paul John, ex Zeppelin... guy can play a ton of Instruments. Same goes for the average Musician and Player. Like me, I play an Electric 4-String Bass, Electric 6-string Guitar...also, standard Acoustic Guitar.. but also Piano.. Nothing stops you from playing 6-8 String Electric Guitars... you only have to look at Black Metal and so on, to see Musicians playing multiple instruments and same here with Keith. All I believe, is that there's no such thing as an 'upgrade' in Guitars or other Instruments. Again, that's just my opinion of course and if you want or feel the compulsion to buy extended range Instruments.. that's cool, but I just hope you don't take it that more strings, means somehow.. there's more talent.... I mean, would you say a Violin Player, that does solos for instance, is more talented than a Drummer, in the said same Orchestra, who holds in together and without it... the Orchestra would fail to work.. But hey, that's just my thought... what the hell do I know. Anyways... I hope you enjoy your Guitar... but before you do.. or don't spend at-least, $400 for a decent Extended Range Guitar... you should take time to think about it, listen to other players... but most importantly... try out a few different 7 and if you must, 8 string Guitars... see if you can cope with the extra Strings... wider Neck, etc. I recommend, trying out Schecter and Ibanez Models... I, again, am not trying to be offensive or whatever... just a Guy who's played Instruments for 20 Years, trying to help out... which I hope I have. Anyways, I wish you all the best. Regards, Kristian Simpson.

[@d3tach3d]

Just put bigger gauge strings on and tune your 6 string lower. Plenty of people do that. Look at Periphery, they use 6 strings and they play some shit in drop G.

[@Hmantooth]

@@Rob_KaBob a wild fuckwit appears, it uses 'Idiocy', it isn't very effective

[@joedamore7653]

Too long of a wait for this! Loving the density and darker, less “riffy” approach to this one. Lots of deep rich textures.

[@LukeSkywarp]

Very nice man!!! I just stumbled upon this and am halfway through it right now.

[@jpsasquatch6884]

This album is just fantastic.

[@kilianruvalcaba6904]

beautifull and killer album man, greetings from mexico

[@everydayperson764]

Really enjoyed all of this! Bravo Mr Merrow! An excellent piece of work!

[@dylanshoemaker2994]

So glad you brought back Heart of the Sea Nymph and Braving the Dunes.

[@brunomo123]

Only a hand full of rhythm players sound that stands out these days....Great work man!! production is 2nd to none as well

[@poulwinther]

Who do you recommend close to this level?

[@brunomo123]

@@poulwinther Brandon Ellis

[@bee_as_in_peter9760]

14:03 Tool will be impressed that "this Piece actually fits" Bro... Keep it up!

[@Diplomat440]

Awesome as usual, Keith! Glad to hear a fresh heart of the sea nymph!!

[@ddelabarker]

This is now in my top 5 favourite metal albums of all time .so much to love about this album. so much atmosphere.thanks Keith

[@Azzabajam]

Fancy sharing the other 4? :)

[@tlepsh_band]

Dude this is sick... You should do movie scores. Cheers from Jordan \m/

[@diabolicwaste]

hey keith just wanted to let you know i bought the tab book and would like to see a playthrough for aruspex

[@darping1292]

Listened to this twice, as a vocalist, I found myself singing along. Love it!

[@Conan_Obrien]

20:08 - World class riffage. Really blew my hair back. Thanks Keith!

[@ButBigger42]

Onieromancer FTW

[@andersonmoore4997]

Keith Merrow/Mark Halcomb black metal colab when?

[@KeithMerrow]

We tried at one point but I think we're both too busy with other things to follow through. Actually, a song we worked on together is ending up on the new Haunted Shores, so there's that.

[@andersonmoore4997]

That's understandable. Looking forward to that more than I already was now though.

[@insomnyteq]

thanks Keith always exciting to hear new songs by you. thanks again!

[@fullmoonrecordist7508]

This is one of the best albums I've ever heard man. I love that dark light vibe

[@PaulKingMetal]

Such a great album. Seriously Keith, you need to upload more videos! Respect bro!

[@edb3366]

I've been waiting for this for years!

[@23darknexx]

Ah yeah man! My ears are pleased once again. Love your writing style man!

[@Beaudin74]

Ok, better late than never! Just discovered you today; while doing office work I like to discover new artists and it was your turn today... Man, your songwriting and arrangment skills are amazing, and you are highly original, not to say unique. Just purchased the CD and downloaded my digital version, and will most probably buy your guitar transcription book. Thanks for the great music!

[@jadedjay7861]

So much stellar riffs in this. Unreal Keith!!

[@kylejudkins754]

I don't often listen to metal anymore, but keith you've always got excellent writing.

[@freedomfighter5845]

This just randomly came up and I like it.

[@hbladeh]

The guitar tone and the songs you put together are without a pair in this world mate... This stuff literally cures cancer... I hope you are well and you will keep these awesome albums coming :)

[@sh0kxxx]

Outstanding as always Keith! Killer jams

[@hamidmobin953]

honestly, its been almost 2 weeks what I've listened to was JUST THIS ALBUM ...something that even I can't explain how great it is ... heavy, beautiful that takes you to the deepest point of darkness,,, somewhere out of NOWHERE ... FUCK ... specially Pythoness ... album artwork is sick as well ... HANDS DOWN SIR

[@jeremygovernale898]

I've been listening to this for like two weeks straight and nothing else. It's just straight up fire!

[@TheAaron3dg]

Aruspex is a BANGER. Great new album Mr. Merrow!

[@hyggeligt007]

I swear! I could put that ending to the song on repeat! xD

[@drphdmd7064]

I was just wondering what you were getting up to. Thank you for answering my question. Thoroughly enjoyed this.

[@frankelias1952]

This changed my entire way of listening to music..

[@isaacscorner1525]

Brilliant work!!! Love it!!!

[@twowiresthick]

I came to check out the album because of an Ola Englund video. I'm really impressed! Very awesome! I will definitely buy the album!

[@insomnyteq]

great work as always. thanks guys

[@Chrono205]

Great music, great job.

[@Magmoormaster]

Finally getting a chance to really listen to this. Amazing stuff as usual. I'm only about 20 minutes in, but so far onieromancer is my favorite.

[@matthewmeserve73]

Absolutely killer album, Keith!!

[@Federico.Lonardi]

This is just the best album I have ever heard, I really hope Keith does not get discouraged for the "low" impact it has compared to others. Keith, you changed my way to see music. This album will be probably noticed in future, people are not ready for this right now ahah I love the huge influences by classical music, I heard a lot of moonlight sonata by Beethoven into the wastrel, I can give you exactly the moment if u want!

[@luispernasperez1935]

Ok Mr. Merrow you did'it again!!! I follow you from Retrospecial and you keep surprising me. Thank you!!!

[@bougear]

28:41 Outro, riff on repeat.. I love it!

[@iguessillsuffer]

New Keith is a instant yes! I'm strongly considering getting your latest 7 string. Unfortunately not the actual custom shop but man just the tone you get and how gnarly your rhythms are make me want it more. Been listening for years. Thank you and all involved for this release. Don't need to listen to it all to already know it's amazing.

[@williamraley2657]

I just grabbed a MKIII a few weeks ago. Get one, you won't regret it.

[@iguessillsuffer]

@@williamraley2657 Thank you for the feedback. Just wishing upon a star at the moment, but I'd love to up my guitar game. Haven't bought one for 12 years now.

[@squashedeyeball]

You made it man. This is EPIC.

[@WatchitgoSWE]

Wow, The power of the riff compells!! Really enjoing the drums aswell

[@DoktrDub]

That heart of the sea nymph and braving the dunes redo was awesome and a real fresh blast back to the past The rest of the album is awesome as per usual!

[@katerina6466]

This is brilliant, I love the part 2:08-2:48, good diverse drums. Thanks!

[@Rockinharryz]

perfect mix of kick ass guitar play, drumming, energy and diversity!

[@aleksifraser5493]

The most mature writing effort from yourself to date!

[@Bread-n-Budders]

Fresh. Sick. Disturbing. Terrifying. Like walking a dark road quickly, afraid to run or turn around.

[@jasoncrump1886]

Hell yeah man gotta buy this album. Appreciate ya Keith.

[@bobdelord9921]

This is great and I heard a ton of music in my time. By far some of the best I heard in awhile. Totally explosive from beginning to the end, this album really kicks ass!!

[@rupertthecat875]

Great sound, great visuals!

[@KK-hp5bl]

Thank you so much for not adding advertisements on your beautiful music mr Merrow..👍😈

[@andrejsalnikov3335]

One of my favourite instrumental albums!!! Great!!!

[@senos1994]

Oh my god I've been waiting a long time for this....

[@vincentrichardson3734]

love this album, keep up the great work mr. merrow …\m/

[@olivierdebilde4292]

What a monster of a guitar tone ! Love the chuggy stuff as well. Very well done ! I'm glad my research on Schecter made me discover this great stuff !

[@lorispomazan4358]

Oh boy, I think you'll need to play the whole album as play-through; the whole album is pure piece of art.

[@leandrogodinho]

Completly Amazing, Like always !!! I simply love your style man, you re the number one ...

[@Pevanni]

Just got the tabs! Cant wait to learn and jam this record 🤘🏻

[@rezaklink401]

So rad! Literally 1 minute in and I love it 🤘🤘

[@jussit3909]

I was listening to some album by the Feared and didn't notice that the video had changed into this untill ~20 minutes into this video! Good stuff! 😁👍

[@lakerat3494]

Awesome stuff!

[@mrk4510]

This is my fav Album you've done. It's got allot of really fast double picked heavy Notes.

Amazing album, sounds awesome ! Thank you !

[@michaelmarquis1824]

Truly inspirational..that tone is crushing btw

[@markk9184]

Listening the 1st time and only heard Desolate Horizons so far. The solo at the end was frigging beautiful, so complementary to the rest of the song.

[@benpurcell106]

This is some of the best guitar playing I've ever heard

[@fredrikabramsson4659]

Man that artwork is really amazing. The album is amazing aswell of course, best I've heard in.. I have no idea how long. Rest of 2019 is gonna have to step up to compare to this.

[@bux806]

Excellent music material!