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V

Saint Vitus · 1990

36 min · 8 tracks · doom metal

A haunting blend of heavy riffs and somber melodies that epitomizes the essence of doom metal.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, impactful listening sessions
  • dark, introspective moods
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • emotional depth and resonance

Where this album fits

Career context
By the release of 'V', Saint Vitus was navigating a challenging phase in their career, following the departure of founder Scott Reeder. This album marked their first release on the Hellhound label, showcasing a return to their roots after a brief hiatus and signaling a commitment to maintain their distinctive sound amidst lineup changes.
Stylistic neighbors
Candlemass· Electric Wizard· My Dying Bride

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Living Backwards 2:31
  • 2 I Bleed Black 5:14
  • 3 When Emotion Dies 2:10
  • 4 Patra (Petra) 7:33
  • 5 Ice Monkey 4:01
  • 6 Jack Frost 7:25
  • 7 Angry Man 4:29
  • 8 Mind-Food 3:12

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