The two members of Moon Destroys certainly have an epic pedigree behind them. Multi-instrumentalist Juan Montoya is the former guitarist of Miami prog-sludge act Torche, while Evan DiPrima used to drum for Atlanta retro-rockers Royal Thunder. Now, with their new project, they’re treading an unbeaten path, performing a satisfying mixture of improvisational stoner metal and looming psych-rock — though their musical background certainly didn’t stop them from enlisting the help of some epic guest vocalists. Case in point, the band’s new single Blue Giant from their new EP Maiden Voyage, featuring vocals from Mastodon’s Troy Sanders. The track is a steady marcher, full of ethereal echos and beautiful use of empty space. Troy’s singing adds ...
