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Oomasooma is the new solo project from multi-instrumentalist, singer and producer Timo Ellis, who has recorded, toured and performed with Mark Ronson, Gojira, Yoko Ono, Kool Keith, Mastodon, Sean Lennon, Joan As Police Woman, John Zorn, Lydia Lunch, Money Mark, and Gibby Haynes, among others.
That’s an impressive resume, and the influence of that diverse and eclectic array of artists can be heard on a song like “Blanket the Stars.” There’s also some Zappa/Captain Beefheart in this free, sometimes whacky alt-rock. Maybe a dab of Melvins too. But throughout all of that, this art-rock retains a unique and fresh feel.
