Mary Halvorson - Meltframe (2015, Firehouse 12) -

Halvorson uses her trademark and pitch-shifting effects to warp melodies into what some critics describe as "Dalí’s clocks". The album is noted for its range of textures, from "hard-rock riff-fests" to "desolate pools of melancholy".

In contrast, her cover of Duke Ellington's "Solitude" is performed with infinite patience and a shimmering, clean tone. Tracklist & Production Mary Halvorson - Meltframe (2015, Firehouse 12)

A pivotal moment in the album's development was Halvorson's experience opening for (King Buzzo) of the Melvins. The intensity of those performances inspired her to dive deeper into the possibilities of solo guitar. Signature Sound & Performance Halvorson uses her trademark and pitch-shifting effects to