The Obsessed

The Profile

The Obsessed is an American doom metal band formed by Scott “Wino” Weinrich. Known for a blues-soaked, Sabbath-influenced sound and Wino’s distinctive vocals, they released landmark albums including The Obsessed (1990), Lunar Womb (1991), The Church Within (1994), Sacred (2017), and Gilded Sorrow (2024).

Founded by Scott “Wino” Weinrich; early output includes the 1983 EP and the self-titled album recorded mid-’80s and released in 1990. The Church Within was issued by a major (Sony/Columbia) with cleaner production. Reviews highlight influences from Black Sabbath and Blue Cheer, Wino’s vocals, and tracks like “Tombstone Highway.” Members Guy Pinhas (bass) and Greg Rogers (drums) later appeared in Goatsnake. Wino is also known for singing with Saint Vitus on “Born Too Late,” “Mournful Cries,” and “V”.

Two DeBaser reviews salute The Obsessed as a seminal doom outfit led by Scott “Wino” Weinrich. One hails the self-titled debut’s blues-drenched, Sabbath-tinged power; the other notes The Church Within’s cleaner major-label production yet solid results. Influences from Black Sabbath and Blue Cheer loom large, with Wino’s distinctive voice spotlighted throughout. Overall sentiment: warmly positive toward the band’s legacy.