Deafheaven was formed in 2010 by vocalist George Clarke and guitarist Kerry McCoy. They released their debut studio album Roads To Judah in 2011 . They added drummer Daniel Tracy to the group and released their breakthrough album Sunbather in 2013. After rounding out their line up with guitarist Shiv Mehra and bassist Stephen Clark??each subsequent live set felt like a religious experience for the bigger (and bigger) shows that followed. Their third album, 2015??s New Bermuda, was heavier, sturdier, and more grounded in the dirt than Sunbather. They toured extensively to support New Bermuda playing tours and festivals with Lamb Of God, Anthrax, Danzig, and Gojira.
Deafheaven??s new album, ??Ordinary Corrupt Human Love??, finds them working with old friends again. The Jack Shirley-produced and Nick Steinhardt-art directed (of Touche Amore) collection gets its title from Graham Greene??s novel The End of the Affair, referencing a moment when someone is looking for love, in all of its imperfection and simple beauty. This sentiment is carried throughout the hazy, yearning romanticism of the record with song titles and words as sumptuous as the sounds around them. Clarke describes the composition of Ordinary Corrupt Human Love beginning with ??small seeds of healing, repair, and rebirth,? and like each subsequent Deafheaven album, this record is, in fact, a revelation. - .. LOVE
CD: Ordinary Corrupt Human Love
Artist: Deafheaven
Manufacturer: Epitaph Eu
Release Date: July 13, 2018
Genre: Blackgaze, Shoegaze, Post-Black Metal
Tracklisting:
1. You Without End 2. Luna 3. Canary Yellow 4. Ordinary Corrupt Human Love 5. Honeycomb 6. Glint 7. Worthless Animal 8. From the Kettle Onto the Coil 9. Villain
Description:
"Ordinary Corrupt Human Love" is the third studio album by American blackgaze band Deafheaven. The album marked a significant departure from the band's previous work, incorporating more shoegaze and post-rock influences while retaining their signature black metal sound. The album was met with critical acclaim upon its release, with many praising its emotional depth, sonic experimentation, and George Clarke's soaring vocals.
About Deafheaven:
Deafheaven is an American blackgaze band formed in San Francisco, California in 2010. The band consists of George Clarke (vocals), Kerry McCoy (guitar), Shiv Mehra (guitar), Daniel Tracy (bass), and Chris Johnson (drums). Deafheaven has released four studio albums, all of which have been met with critical acclaim. The band is known for their unique blend of black metal, shoegaze, and post-rock, as well as their emotionally charged lyrics and intense live performances.
About Epitaph Eu:
Epitaph Eu is a sub-label of Epitaph Records, specializing in experimental and avant-garde music. The label was founded in 2017 and has released albums by artists such as Deafheaven, Chelsea Wolfe, and HEALTH. Epitaph Eu is known for its commitment to releasing high-quality music that pushes the boundaries of genre and convention.
Additional Information:
- The album was produced by Jack Shirley, who has also worked with bands such as Oathbreaker and Loma Prieta. - The album features guest appearances by Chelsea Wolfe and Greg Anderson of Sunn O))). - The album was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance in 2019.
This album is quite a journey. It is arguably Deafheaven's most intriguing, beautiful and all around most accessible album. Every song flows into each other very nicely.
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