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.
Why this album works
'V' is significant for its role in cementing Saint Vitus's legacy within the doom metal genre. The album received positive critical reception and demonstrated the band's influence on subsequent generations of metal bands, helping to shape the stoner and doom movements that would gain prominence in the 1990s.
- Best for
- short, impactful listening sessions dark, introspective moods gradual builds and payoffs
- 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
- Conan· Witchcraft· Paradise Lost
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Living Backwards 2:31
- 2 I Bleed Black Standout 5:14
- 3 When Emotion Dies 2:10
- 4 Patra (Petra) Standout 7:33
- 5 Ice Monkey 4:01
- 6 Jack Frost Standout 7:25
- 7 Angry Man 4:29
- 8 Mind-Food 3:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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