Preservation Rituals
Preservation Rituals
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Format: CD / Album Digipak
Our Take
Our Take
VILE CREATURE's "Preservation Rituals" is a sonic journey that goes beyond simply listening to music; it's an experience that you won't soon forget. This compilation album takes listeners through a barrage of crushing riffs, haunting vocals, and atmospheric textures that will leave you questioning the very nature of existence.
From the opening track, "A Pact Between Strangers," to the closing notes of "Circle of Ascendancy," VILE CREATURE transport you to a world where doom and sludge reign supreme. The sheer weight of the music is enough to make your speakers cry out in agony, but it's a beautiful agony that you won't be able to turn away from.
Throughout the album, there are moments of sheer brutality juxtaposed with moments of breathtaking beauty. The duo behind VILE CREATURE have a knack for crafting songs that are as emotionally resonant as they are musically devastating. Tracks like "Forestal," with its ethereal melodies and guttural screams, showcase the band's ability to create a truly immersive listening experience.
In a music scene that is often overrun with cookie-cutter bands churning out the same old tired tropes, VILE CREATURE stand out as a beacon of creativity and originality. "Preservation Rituals" is a testament to their unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries and challenging listeners to rethink what doom metal can be. Don't sleep on this album - it's a masterpiece in the making.
Track Listing
Track Listing
1. A Constant Yearning to Leave
2. Motivated By Guilt
3. A Steady Descent Into the Soil
4. A Pessimistic Doomsayer
Disc: 2
1. Water, Tinted Gold & Tainted Copper
2. Circuits, Bending & Breaking
3. Forest, Subsists As a Tomb
4. Sky, in Descending Pieces
5. Cast of Static and Smoke (Audio Book Version)
Delivery & Returns
Delivery & Returns
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About the artist
Vile Creature
Hailing from Hamilton, Ontario, VILE CREATURE is not your typical doom metal band. Formed in 2014 by musicians KW and Vic, this duo has been making waves in the underground music scene with their unique blend of sludgy riffs and haunting vocals. VILE CREATURE's music has been described as "crushing" and "emotionally intense," drawing influences from a wide range of genres including black metal, post-rock, and even classical music. Their latest album, "Glory, Glory! Apathy Took Helm!", is a masterclass in atmospheric doom, with sprawling tracks that will leave you feeling both exhausted and exhilarated. But what truly sets VILE CREATURE apart is their commitment to social justice and activism. The band has been outspoken about issues such as LGBTQ rights, mental health awareness, and Indigenous sovereignty, using their platform to raise awareness and support marginalized communities. With their captivating live performances and thought-provoking lyrics, VILE CREATURE is a band that demands to be taken seriously. So whether you're a die-hard metalhead or just looking to expand your musical horizons, give VILE CREATURE a listen and prepare to be blown away.
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