Black Dahlia Murder — Abysmal (Black & Gold Marble)

Limited Black & Gold Marbled Vinyl LP The Murder’s 2015 release, Abysmal, serves to once again demonstrate why they are considered one of the most vital bands in contemporary death metal. In tracking the record, the band re-enlisted producer Mark Lewis and former bass player Ryan Williams, who also helped engineer Everblack. Their intent was to get away from the over sonic sterility affecting far too many contemporary metal albums. This is a prominent factor in why the record sounds as angry as it does — the band focusing on capturing a raw, live sound that doesn’t always strive for absolute perfection. Released: 10/28/22