In advance of the reissue of their fantastic debut EP on RidingEasy Records (May 12), Melbourne, Australia's Doom/Stoner quartet Holy Serpent has checked in with the 10 songs that melt their faces. There are some pretty tasty recommendations below from Scott Penberthy (Guitar/Vocalist), Michael Macfie (Bass) and Nick Donoughue (Guitar). Definitely take some time to check out the strong EP after you get done jamming on these tracks.
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 Black Sabbath – “Sweet Leaf” (Master of Reality, 1971) Scott Penberthy: “One of the first Sabbath songs I got into and one of the most badass riffs out! It bounces around your skull like a bong wielding maniac, packing fat chunks of your brain into his cone-piece.” |  Ty Segall Band – “Wave Goodbye” (Slaughterhouse, 2012) Scott: “The fuzz sinks its teeth into the main riff of the song, grinds it up and spits it back out. A perfect blend of dirty garage and heavy riffage.” |
 Monolord – “Audhumbla” (Empress Rising, 2014) Scott: “The earth-shattering riff that this song begins with is enough to make anyone fear for their own life and cower beneath its undeniable brutality. Plus it’s such a fun riff to play!” |  My Bloody Valentine – “Only Shallow” (Loveless, 1991) Michael Macfie: “Kevin Shields guitar tone in this track and the whole Loveless album is amazing. Seeing them live at the Palace in Melbourne a few years ago was the loudest show I have ever been to.” |
 The Brian Jonestown Massacre – "Vad Hände Med Dem?" (Revelation, 2014) Michael: “First track from the latest BJM album Revelation. Always puts you in a good mood when putting this on the turntable. Definitely one of their best albums” |  Kyuss – “Green Machine” (Blues for the Red Sun, 1992) Michael: “No bullshit Kyuss with the classic Garcia/ Bjork/Oliveri/Homme lineup. Best enjoyed loud whilst driving the open road on a sunny day.” |
 Melvins – “The Bit” (Stag, 1996) Nick Donoughue: “When I first heard that huge riff after that eerie intro I was blown away by how heavy it sounded. I picked up my guitar straight away and taught myself how to play it. I've always been a big Melvin's fan.” |  Pentagram – “Forever My Queen” (Review Your Choices, 1999) Nick: “After that big drum beat intro comes that evil riff that just bounces along and you just can't help banging your head to it. Also Bobby's voice and lyrics are spot on as usual.” |
 Turbonegro – “Prince of the Rodeo” (Apocalypse Dudes, 1998) Nick: “This was one of the first Turbonegro songs I ever heard years ago and I've been a big fan ever since. Euroboy really shreds in this one and it's got a riff that always gets me in a party mood when I hear it.” |  High On Fire – “Ten Thousand Years” (The Art of Self Defense, 2000) Nick: “One of the first songs I heard from High on Fire and what a track! Matt Pike is the modern day riff master! Just goes to show that a couple of great riffs can fit together and make a whole song sound amazing. Super heavy.” |
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