Marco Orsi

 "'Tombstone Highway' is a masterpiece capable of echoing the sick spirit of Iommi and company."

 An album that's easy to listen to but at the same time far from any form of banality.

The Obsessed's self-titled album is a seminal doom metal record led by Wino, blending slow, heavy riffs with blues and hard rock influences. Despite a delayed release and limited discography, it remains essential for doom fans and showcases original, captivating songwriting. The album features standout tracks like "Tombstone Highway" and pays homage to Sabbath and Blue Cheer. Though slightly below Saint Vitus's level, it surpasses many imitators, keeping a devoted cult following. Explore The Obsessed's iconic doom sound—listen to their classic album and dive deep into the roots of doom metal today!

 The first "Jeopardy" is, without a shadow of a doubt, their best release.

 The fault for this miserable disinterest is, in reality, attributable solely and exclusively to the music critics of the time.

This review highlights the reissue of The Sound’s first three albums, praising their originality and post-punk legacy led by Adrian Borland. Despite overshadowing by contemporaries, these works deserve recognition. The set includes rarities and a BBC session, preserving the band’s artistry and tragic history. Discover The Sound’s powerful post-punk legacy — listen now to their reissued classics and rare live tracks!

 An emo-grunge album with some metallic openings. An album not to be underestimated.

 Our heroes didn’t change their stripes to jump on the bandwagon of winners; indeed, the word “winners” terribly clashes when placed beside the name of the unfortunate Life of Agony.

This review revisits 'Ugly,' the 1995 album by Life of Agony, highlighting its shift from hardcore-metal to a grunge-emo sound. It praises the album's intimate and emotional lyrics and its unique blend of metal and grunge influences. The review defends the band's stylistic change as genuine rather than trend-driven and emphasizes the album's lasting impact versus the band's later work. Listen to 'Ugly' now and experience Life of Agony’s powerful blend of emo, grunge, and metal!