What makes Clean My Wounds by Corrosion of Conformity notable?

'Clean My Wounds' received significant attention, peaking at number 24 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and solidifying the band's status in the metal community. Its success helped pave the way for a resurgence of interest in Southern metal during the mid-90s, influencing a wave of subsequent bands exploring similar sounds. Released in 1995, 'Clean My Wounds' marked Corrosion of Conformity's transition into a more accessible sound after their critically acclaimed album 'Deliverance' in 1994. At this point, the band was establishing themselves firmly within the sludge and stoner metal scenes, following a period of lineup changes that significantly influenced their musical direction.