What makes The Walking Dead by Saint Vitus notable?

This EP is significant for its role in popularizing doom metal during the mid-80s, a time when the genre was still finding its footing. 'The Walking Dead' received positive critical acclaim, helping to establish Saint Vitus as one of the seminal bands in the genre and influencing countless future artists. Released in October 1985, 'The Walking Dead' is Saint Vitus's follow-up to their self-titled debut album from 1984. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their reputation within the burgeoning doom metal scene, showcasing a distinctive sound characterized by sludgy guitars and deep lyrical themes.