What makes Thirsty and Miserable by Saint Vitus notable?

Thirsty and Miserable is notable for its influence on the doom metal genre, showcasing elements that would inspire countless bands in the years to come. The album received positive critical reception, particularly for its raw production and lyrical depth, which helped cement Saint Vitus's reputation within underground metal circles. Released in 1987, Thirsty and Miserable was Saint Vitus's third studio album, following their acclaimed 1986 release Hallow's Victim. At this point, the band was solidifying its role as a significant figure in the burgeoning doom metal scene, known for its heavy sound and dark themes.

How many songs are on Thirsty and Miserable?

Thirsty and Miserable has 3 tracks, running approximately 12 minutes.

Thirsty and Miserable

Saint Vitus · 1987

12 min · 3 tracks · doom metal

Rumbling guitars and haunting vocals create a bleak atmosphere that encapsulates the essence of doom metal.

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The End of the End — This track opens the album with a slow, crushing riff that sets the tone for the entire record while highlighting the band's signature heaviness and melodic undertones.
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Thirsty and Miserable — The title track exemplifies the band's ability to combine despairing lyrics with powerful instrumentation, making it a standout representation of their thematic focus.
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Look Behind You — With its driving rhythm and urgent vocals, this track showcases a more dynamic side of Saint Vitus while maintaining their characteristic gloom.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The EP effectively captures the essence of doom metal with its heavy riffs and haunting vocals.

What we noticed

The opening track features a slow, heavy riff that establishes a dense atmosphere, followed by a gradual build in intensity.
Vocals are delivered in a haunting style, often layered with reverb to enhance the bleak mood of the music.
Each track maintains a consistent tempo, with minimal variation, emphasizing the oppressive feel characteristic of doom metal.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 The End of the End 5:49
2 Thirsty and Miserable 3:51
3 Look Behind You 3:18

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