Stratospheerius

Add Date: June 26

Artist: Stratospheerius

Album: The Next World...

Label: Self-released

Genre: Jam bands, rock, funk

Comments: I don't know what to say about Stratospheerius' genre-bending fifth studio album. Take, for instance, the first track off the album, "Release": lead singer Joe Deninzon croons like an emo-punk, reggae version of Chris Cornell; funky jazz and '90s-era percussion jam in the back; and, when we least expect it, violins make a surprise appearance. I guess the promotional company is right when it's touting Stratospheerius as a "jam band". A leading candidate for the most unique experience on the ears, try tracks 1, 3, 9 and 11.