Almost two decades into his career, Lionel Williams is an enduring fixture of the psychedelic scene. He unveiled his Vinyl Williams alias in 2007, immediately establishing the blueprint for a sound that shimmers like bioluminescent glitter. With releases on labels including Chaz Bear’s Company Records, Requiem Pour Un Twister, and Harmony Records, Williams translates vast, galactic concepts into cosmic sonic textures.
On June 6, 2025, Vinyl Williams will release a double LP titled Polyhaven / Portasymphony, comprising two new full-length albums—one lo-fi and one hi-fi. They’ll be released together as a gatefold LP, featuring a lenticular hologram on the front that’ll twirl the image from left to right as it’s rotated. The pre-order link is here.
The latest single from Williams’s ambitious double LP is a groove-laden piece of psychedelia with sleek textures and utterly infectious melodies. “Eden” is just as bold as Polyhaven / Portasymphony sounds on paper, as Williams’s vocals sneak around thick basslines and neck-breaking drums for a single that should have everyone excited for June 6. “Eden” highlights the nuances of the artist’s approach that separate him from the rest of the busy psych-rock scene, and it is a circus of differences. His hushed vocals maintain a dynamic movement that builds suspense, only to be broken by the colorful arrangement, which introduces danceable melodies and heart-pounding percussion. With the release of Polyhaven / Portasymphony slowly approaching, the latest single from Williams is the type of fun you need in your life. “Eden” is a psych-rock gem with pop-leaning melodies that nuzzle in your ear and send shockwaves throughout your body, making it an unforgettable performance.
