Roads to Judah is the debut studio album by the American black metal band Deafheaven. The album was released by Deathwish Inc. On April 26, 2011. Roads to Judah was recorded in four days between December 2010 and January 2011. Nick Bassett - guitar George Clarke - vocals Trevor Deschryver - drums Kerry McCoy - guitars Derek Prine - bass guitar.
300 copies from first pressing on bone / black split vinyl.
"Roads To Judah" is the debut LP by Deafheaven, released through Deathwish. This album marks a significant entry into the world of post-black metal and shoegaze, blending intense emotional soundscapes with raw energy and atmospheric depth. The four tracks on this record take listeners on an immersive journey, showcasing Deafheaven's signature fusion of black metal ferocity and melodic beauty. Since its release in 2011, "Roads To Judah" has been praised for its innovation and influence within modern heavy music circles.
Deafheaven is an American band formed in San Francisco in 2010. Known for their genre-defying approach that merges black metal with elements of shoegaze and post-rock, they have garnered critical acclaim worldwide. Their later albums such as "Sunbather" further solidified their reputation as pioneers in contemporary extreme music.
Deathwish Inc., founded by Jacob Bannon (of Converge) and Tre McCarthy, is a renowned independent label specializing in hardcore punk, metalcore, and experimental genres. With a commitment to artistic integrity and underground culture, Deathwish has become synonymous with quality releases from groundbreaking artists across the globe.