Spanish indie artist Lower Mars returns with Axel Stallion Myths Edition, an ambitious 20-track expansion of their 2024 album Axel Stallion. This deluxe release deepens the album’s medieval fantasy world, introducing reimagined tracks, fresh sonic explorations, and an immersive narrative that continues to push creative boundaries.
At the heart of the album is its lead single, Bloodstream, a darkly triumphant track that encapsulates themes of ambition, love, and violence. “It explores the darker side of human nature, where the desire to grow and expand can become intertwined with destruction,” Lower Mars explains. With an anthemic, battle-ready energy, Bloodstream sets the stage for an epic yet introspective musical journey.
Building upon the cinematic fusion of indietronica and art pop that defined Axel Stallion, Myths Edition introduces new perspectives through tracks like Fragile (Opponent’s Vision) and Lover (Your Night) (Spanish Extended Edition). Lower Mars further expands their sonic palette with Magical Boy, which taps into ’90s art pop influences, and Poems in the Sunrise, drawing from Japanese blues. Meanwhile, deeply personal tracks such as Horse Dreams and Head of a Man offer a reflective glimpse into the artist’s creative process and emotional connection to music.
With Axel Stallion Myths Edition, Lower Mars delivers a stunning extension of their musical storytelling—where cinematic grandeur meets raw vulnerability. This album is not just a collection of songs; it’s an invitation into an intricately crafted world, proving that Lower Mars is a visionary force in indie music.
