Shadow Of Jupiter Bones Review
Shadow Of Jupiter
Bones
Ripple Music
2026
I first became aware of the Stoner/Doom/Psych/Heavy Blues outfit Shadow Of Jupiter thanks to them playing my good friend Jason Doome's Grand Rapids Doom Fest. No, I'm not from Michigan, and no, I didn't get to attend, but like any legitimate music fan, and more importantly, a good friend, I checked out every band that’s played his fest. That's what friends do, especially when they have great taste in music.
Now that we've exchanged pleasantries, let's get down to business.
Shadow Of Jupiter have recently signed with Ripple Music to release their sophomore album, “Bones”, and it feels like a perfect fit.
SOJ aren't your typical Stoner or Doom band, not even close. On the surface, you might expect the usual Doom aesthetics and mile-long riffs, but this band has a different approach. Their foundation is built on tried-and-true Heavy Blues and classic Rock riffing, and it's so well executed that they never have to rely on overindulgent, mind-numbing passages that drag on forever. Instead, “Bones” captures that unmistakable '70s spirit where a band simply plugs in, cranks up the amps and lets the magic happen. Huge riffs, tasteful lead breaks and memorable songwriting come naturally here.
The vocals follow the same philosophy. Rather than burying everything beneath screams and screeching, Shadow Of Jupiter opt for soulful, expressive singing with a warm timbre that perfectly complements the music. More than once, I found myself thinking of Pepper Keenan from Corrosion of Conformity, and that's never a bad comparison. It only reinforces the band's Heavy Blues backbone and gives the album even more character.
Another breath of fresh air is the album's runtime. At just 42 minutes, “Bones” says everything it needs to say without a second of filler. Every song earns its place, keeping the listener engaged without drifting into endless repetition. The band's goal seems to be moving you, whether that's spiritually or physically, and from where I'm standing, they hit that mark with ease.
“Bones” is exactly the kind of record you'd expect to find on Ripple Music, making this partnership feel like a match made in heaven. The album fits the label's catalog perfectly, and it's great to see Ripple recognize what Shadow Of Jupiter brings to the table. Hopefully this is the push the band needs to reach the much larger audience they deserve.
Standouts – “Riot Dogs”, “Bones” and “Ugly On The Inside”.