Mantra of the Cosmos brings together a collective of British rock legends including Shaun Ryder and Bez of Happy Mondays alongside Andy Bell and Zak Starkey. This supergroup recently expanded their reach with the release of a clear limited edition vinyl for the single “Domino Bones (Gets Dangerous).” The track features a high profile guest appearance from Noel Gallagher and previously sold out its initial pressing immediately upon arrival. Starkey describes the composition as a whirlwind of psychedelic chaos that merges thumping big beat rhythms with sprawling acid rock. This recording is a maximalist explosion of sound that captures the heavy energy of its iconic contributors.
The group celebrated this release by performing two sold out shows at the historic Cavern Club in Liverpool. This venue holds significant history for the band as it is the same stage where Zak’s father, Ringo Starr, performed during the early years of The Beatles. The project originally formed after Starkey and Ryder met during a television performance in 2015, leading to a lineup that highlights Ryder’s charismatic lyricism. Previous singles “Gorilla Guerilla” and “X (Wot You Sayin?)” established the band’s genre-defying approach which they showcased during a headline set on the Glade Stage at Glastonbury. This collective operates as a powerful meeting point for the greatest musicians of their generation.
An accompanying music video for the single features a unique visual style filmed by Starkey using his daughter’s toys and edited by Nick Franco at 1185Films. The track earned widespread media coverage from major outlets like Rolling Stone and The Guardian for its experimental and “cosmic” nature. Noel Gallagher compared the creative spirit of the track to the works of Salvador Dali and Allen Ginsberg during a recent conversation with The Times. The instrumentation relies on Bell’s intricate string work and Starkey’s driving percussion to maintain a frantic pace. This record provides a thrilling and unpredictable listening experience that stands out in the modern rock landscape.