What makes Serpents Unleashed by Skeletonwitch notable?

'Serpents Unleashed' received critical acclaim upon its release, debuting at number 24 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart. The album's aggressive sound and lyrical themes resonated strongly within the metal community, enhancing Skeletonwitch’s reputation as a leading force in American thrash and black metal. Released on January 1, 2013, 'Serpents Unleashed' marked Skeletonwitch's fifth studio album and a return to form after their previous release, 'Forever Abomination.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place in the extreme metal scene, following a period of lineup changes that had influenced their sound.