YCHABODS ANNOUNCE NEW EP ‘MESSAGE THROUGH MEADOWS’: A JOURNEY THROUGH TIME, FREEDOM, AND POWER
- Danielle Holian
- 7 hours ago
- 3 min read
Alternative rock outfit Ychabods return with their new EP, Message Through Meadows, a four-track collection that blends psychedelia, 90s alternative rock, and raw garage rock into a thoughtful exploration of memory, identity, and the forces that shape our lives.
Formed in 2022 when songwriter Mario Selecky reunited with drummer Filip Paulo, Ychabods emerged from a collection of unfinished songs that quickly evolved into a full creative vision. Following the release of their debut album, the band's lineup expanded with bassist Lubos Duris and later guitarist and vocalist Martin Molnar, helping define the eclectic sound that has become a hallmark of the group.
Recorded between 2024 and 2025, Message Through Meadows showcases Ychabods' ability to move effortlessly between introspective storytelling and social commentary. The EP's four songs each present a distinct perspective while contributing to a larger thematic narrative.
Opening track "Time Traveller" takes inspiration from Black Sabbath's classic "Iron Man," reimagining the concept through a more optimistic lens. The song follows a figure existing outside of time who witnesses humanity's greatest triumphs and failures, encouraging listeners to reflect on history as a means of creating a better future.
"Good Times" shifts inward, capturing the importance of appreciating the present moment. Driven by clear influences from 1990s alternative rock, the song explores how joy and meaning can be found amid uncertainty, offering a reflective and relatable perspective on modern life.
The EP's most psychedelic offering, "Purple Man," draws inspiration from the Marvel Comics villain known for his ability to control minds. Referencing the complex relationship between Purple Man and Jessica Jones, the track explores manipulation, resistance, and personal freedom through hypnotic instrumental layers and a distinctive drum-centered arrangement.
Closing track "Tzar's Bloody Rodeo" delivers the EP's sharpest social commentary. Built on a foundation of raw garage rock inspired by bands such as The White Stripes, the song portrays a powerful leader who thrives on chaos and conflict while remaining detached from the suffering caused by their actions. Through vivid imagery and biting lyrics, it questions the morality of those who wield power without accountability.
The EP was co-produced by Mario Selecky, Martin Molnar, and Robert "Brucky" Bruckmayer, who also handled mixing and mastering. A producer, composer, and multi-instrumentalist, Bruckmayer has worked as a freelance composer for Hans Zimmer's Bleeding Fingers Music, Warner Chappell, and numerous international projects, bringing depth and cohesion to the release's diverse sonic palette.
Across its four tracks, Message Through Meadows reflects on the past, embraces the present, and challenges listeners to think critically about influence, authority, and personal agency. The result is a release that is both musically adventurous and emotionally resonant—one that showcases Ychabods' evolving identity while remaining rooted in the spirit of rock music.
EP Credits
Time Traveller
Songwriters: Mario Selecky, Martin Molnar
Lyrics: Mario Selecky
Co-Production: Mario Selecky, Robert Bruckmayer
Production: Martin Molnar
Mixing & Mastering: Robert Bruckmayer
Good Times
Songwriters: Mario Selecky, Martin Molnar, Lubos Duris
Lyrics: Mario Selecky, Martin Molnar
Co-Production: Mario Selecky, Robert Bruckmayer
Production: Martin Molnar
Mixing & Mastering: Robert Bruckmayer
Purple Man
Songwriters: Mario Selecky, Martin Molnar, Filip Paulo
Lyrics: Mario Selecky
Co-Production: Mario Selecky, Robert Bruckmayer
Production: Martin Molnar
Mixing & Mastering: Robert Bruckmayer
Tzar's Bloody Rodeo
Songwriters: Mario Selecky, Martin Molnar, Lubos Duris
Lyrics: Mario Selecky
Co-Production: Mario Selecky, Robert Bruckmayer
Production: Martin Molnar
Mixing & Mastering: Robert Bruckmayer
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