ROSETTA STONE

“It was hard enough before the changes came … “

Emerging in the late 1980’s UK band Rosetta Stone came out of the influential second wave of Gothic Rock, leaving an indelible and undeniable mark on the Gothic music scene.

35 years since debuting with the, in 1989 released, ‘Darkness And Light’ EP Rosetta Stone is now back with a brand new (No. 7) studio album!

(‘Cryptology’, the previous album, already dates back from 2020)

Bandleader Porl King sure hasn’t lost his touch. From the opening title track to the practically instrumental 'Goth-Floor' filler 'Change', ‘Under The Weather’ is a, as we are used from him, 10-songs counting album with the so characteristic chiming guitars and lush keyboards. The somber & dark romantic mood fits perfectly with the this-time-of-year (almost Hallowe'en) fall season.

In other words; Soul-stirring Goth Rock, high on my list of favorite albums released in 2024. If that is the same for you I gladly let you decide for yourself.

‘Under The Weather’ is available as Digital Album, Vinyl and Compact Disc.

• Under The Weather | Rosetta Stone (bandcamp.com)
• Rosetta Stone - Cleopatra Records (cleorecs.com)

Hayley CLX
24/09/2024