Unearthly Trance - Eleven Are The Voices

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Review by Jose Ramos

Eleven Are The Voices by Unearthly Trance: A Heavy, Hypnotic Journey Through Doom and Stoner Rock Released in 2007, Eleven Are The Voices by Unearthly Trance is a raw and gritty slab of American doom metal and stoner rock that hits like a slow-moving freight train. Hailing from the US and released under Land O'Smiles, this album isn’t trying to reinvent the wheel—it’s more about sinking deep into the swampy, distorted grooves that define its sound. And honestly? That’s what makes it stick. The band’s lineup—Ryan Lipynsky on vocals/guitar, Jay Newman on bass, and Darren Verni on drums—delivers a tight yet primal performance throughout. With artwork by Andrew Labanaras and production handled internally (shoutout to Newman and Lipynsky for mixing duties), the record feels cohesive, almost like it was forged in some underground bunker littered with amps and ashtrays. Two tracks stand out as personal gut-punches: “Veins” and “Phoenix Undead.” “Veins” opens with a sludgy riff so thick you can practically feel your speakers sagging under its weight. It’s not flashy, but damn if it doesn’t grab hold of you. The track builds steadily, layering Lipynsky’s gravelly howls over a hypnotic rhythm section that drags you deeper into its abyss. What sticks with me here is how simple yet effective it is—no unnecessary frills, just pure heaviness. You don’t listen to “Veins,” you endure it, and that’s kinda beautiful. Then there’s “Phoenix Undead,” which flips the script slightly. While still steeped in doom, this one leans harder into stoner territory with a psych-tinged vibe creeping through the cracks. The interplay between Lipynsky’s guitar work and Newman’s pulsing basslines creates this woozy, head-nodding groove that’s impossible to shake off. By the time the song reaches its climax, you’re left feeling both drained and invigorated—an odd combo, sure, but one that works weirdly well. Credit where it’s due: the chemistry among these guys is undeniable. They clearly know their strengths and play to them without overcomplicating things. Sure, the production has a lo-fi edge that might not appeal to everyone, but it suits the material perfectly. This ain’t polished arena rock; it’s dirty, unapologetic, and human. Reflecting on Eleven Are The Voices, it strikes me how albums like this remind us why we love heavy music in the first place. It’s not always about technical wizardry or grandiose concepts—it’s about creating something real, something that resonates on a visceral level. Listening to this record feels like stepping into a dimly lit bar where nobody talks much but everyone understands each other anyway. Oh, and fun fact: Pete McCoil gets co-writing credits alongside Newman and Lipynsky for half the tracks, adding another layer of collaborative grit to the mix. Not bad for an album that sounds like it crawled straight outta the earth. So yeah, give Eleven Are The Voices a spin if you’re into doom metal or stoner rock that doesn’t mess around. Just maybe clear your schedule first—you might find yourself zoning out longer than expected.

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Artist: Unearthly Trance
Album: Eleven Are The Voices
Rating: 3.82

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Veins
Phoenix Undead

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Unearthly Trance - Phoenix Undead

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Catalog Numbers

LOS-12

Labels

Land O'Smiles

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 10"
  • Single
  • Limited Edition

Credits

RoleCredit
ArtworkAndrew Labanaras
BassJay Newman
DrumsDarren Verni
GuitarRyan Lipynsky
VocalsRyan Lipynsky
Mixed ByJay Newman (tracks: 6), Ryan Lipynsky (tracks: 6)
Photography ByStephanie Slabic
Recorded ByJay Newman
Written-ByJay Newman (tracks: 5), Pete McCoil (tracks: 5), Ryan Lipynsky

Notes

  • Limited edition of 500 copies. Gatefold cover.
  • Sides that normally would be listed as A and B are listed as 6 and 5, respectively.

About Unearthly Trance

Hailing from Long Island and Brooklyn in New York, Unearthly Trance formed in 2000. Founding members and started with the idea of a "Metaphysical Funeral Pyre". After hearing UT's original demo tape , 's quickly released the debut 7" EP in 2001. Shortly after, UT parted ways with original drummer and replaced him with . To coincide with their full United States tour with Electric Wizard in 2002, Unearthly Trance released a limited tour CDr entitled . Following that release, was released on 7" vinyl via . The band unleashed their first proper album, , in the fall of 2003. It was recorded with "drone magus" , who assisted in the subsonic mixing.The CD was released in Europe by 's and in the US by , with a limited vinyl version available the following year by . Their sophomore album was released on CD in Europe in November 2004, again through , who also handled the vinyl pressing this time around. The US CD edition was again put out by . Their third full-length and debut, was released on April 4th, 2006. To record the album, UT reunited with and recorded the main tracks at 's studio . The band performed a handful of live shows in support of throughout 2006 and 2007, including a month-long European tour just prior to beginning work on a new album. In the latter half of 2007, the band called up once again to record their next full-length release, , at his studio in Chicago, IL. The album was released on March 19th, 2008. In the time between the release of and its follow-up, titled simply , on September 28, 2010, UT recorded tracks for a number of split records with a diverse array of bands, including The Endless Blockade, Volition, Suma, , Aldebaran, and .

Name Vars

  • U.T.
  • ut

Members

  • Darren Verni
  • Jay Newman
  • Ryan Lipynsky
  • Pete McCoil

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a cool fact: The album *Eleven Are The Voices* by Unearthly Trance is a heavy mix of Doom Metal and Stoner Rock, released in 2007. What’s unique is how collaborative it was. Ryan Lipynsky handled vocals, guitar, and even co-mixed some tracks, while Jay Newman wore multiple hats too—playing bass, mixing, and recording. It’s like a DIY masterpiece with a raw, gritty vibe. Plus, the band credits Pete McCoil alongside Newman for writing most of the tracks. Not to mention, the hauntingly dark artwork by Andrew Labanaras perfectly matches the album’s intense sound. Tracks like "Veins" and "Phoenix Undead" still hit hard!