Higher Mountain - Closer Sun by Milestones, released 6 May 2022, includes the following tracks: "Drivin' Wheel*", "Grateful", "It's All Right", "Looking Back For Yesterday" and more.
This version of Higher Mountain - Closer Sun comes as a 1xCD in a(n) Slipcase packaging. - .. CLOSER SUN/ WITH 2 BONUS TRACKS AND SLIPCASE
All music & arrangements by The Milestones ( exept as noted * )
All lyrics By Olavi Tikka ( except as noted * )
* Written by Price Roderick / Peverett David
"Higher Mountain-Closer Sun" is a powerful CD release by The Milestones, presented by the respected label Listenable. This album unfolds as a journey through dynamic guitar-driven rock and emotionally charged, melodic passages. Tight riffing, memorable hooks and a strong sense of songwriting cohesion define the record from the first to the last track. The production is clear and punchy, emphasizing both the expressive vocals and the intricate interplay of the instruments, while maintaining a warm, organic feel that suits the material perfectly. Lyrically, "Higher Mountain-Closer Sun" circles around themes of overcoming inner barriers, personal growth and the tension between darkness and hope, making the album both musically and emotionally engaging for listeners who appreciate depth beyond surface-level entertainment.
The Milestones present themselves here as a band that knows exactly where it wants to go: their sound is rooted in classic rock and heavy music traditions, but enriched with a modern edge and a sense for strong choruses that linger in the ear. Their previous work has given them a solid reputation in the underground and among connoisseurs of guitar-based rock, and this release continues on that path with confidence. The band's tight musicianship and coherent artistic vision are clearly audible in every arrangement, balancing energy, melody and atmosphere in a convincing way.
The CD format underlines the album character: the sequencing of the tracks feels deliberate and carefully thought-out, guiding the listener through peaks of intensity and more introspective moments. Thanks to the physical format, "Higher Mountain-Closer Sun" also appeals to collectors who value tangible releases, artwork and liner notes as part of the overall experience. It is a record designed to be heard in its entirety, rewarding repeated listening with new details in sound and structure.
Listenable, the manufacturer and label behind this release, is known for supporting distinctive, often heavier rock and metal bands and accompanying them with professional production standards. Over the years, Listenable has built a reputation as a reliable address for high-quality, artistically independent music, helping numerous acts to reach a wider international audience without sacrificing authenticity. With "Higher Mountain-Closer Sun", Listenable once again underlines its role as a label that invests in bands with a clear musical identity and strong songwriting, offering fans a carefully curated catalog rather than interchangeable mass products.