The Trail
by Demonic Death Judge
Lute FP
Lute FP
Supremely bouncy, groovy, heavy stoner sludge, with harsh vocals that neatly juxtapose the groove. Once you get it, it really works.
Reminds of one of my all-time fav thrashy metal albums that also happens to be contemporary- Sacred Monster’s ‘Worship The Weird’.
Groove-n-Shout, I’ll call it. Almost nobody pulls it off, but done properly it’s brilliant, as the English would say.
Reminds of one of my all-time fav thrashy metal albums that also happens to be contemporary- Sacred Monster’s ‘Worship The Weird’.
Groove-n-Shout, I’ll call it. Almost nobody pulls it off, but done properly it’s brilliant, as the English would say.
muschiosauro
muschiosauro
Crushing stoner-soaked sludge. Normally I'm not the biggest fan of harsh vocals, but here they fit like a glove over one massive sonic fist made of fat riffs, blazing guitar solos, psychedelic sorties, intelligent songwriting and a relentless, irresistible groove fueled by a stellar rhythm section. One of those records that urge to be listened to on repeat.
Favorite track: Filthy as Charged.
Darknight
Darknight
This is one hell of a groovy sludgy stoner beast, I've had it on non stop. Congrats to Demonic Death Judge for a stunning album and for keeping my ears truly happy!
Favorite track: The Trail.
doomhag
doomhag
I've been spinning this non-fucking-stop. A whole ride. Fuckin rips!!!
Favorite track: Filthy as Charged.
Steve Rodger
Steve Rodger
A most welcome return for everyone’s fave’ Finnish sludgers Demonic Death Judge. Obviously sure to feature riding high in this months Doom Charts if I have anything to do with it... Killer !!
Favorite track: Shapeshifting Serpents.
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Streaming + DownloadIncludes unlimited streaming via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.Purchasable with gift card
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Record/Vinyl + Digital AlbumEdition of 200 pcs: Black LP. Gateford cover with 1 LP. Includes 4-page lyric sheet.
Includes unlimited streaming of The Trail via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.ships out within 3 days€20.95 EUR or more
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Compact Disc (CD) + Digital AlbumJewelcase with transparent cover. 8-page booklet.
Includes unlimited streaming of The Trail via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.ships out within 3 days€12.95 EUR or more
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Compact Disc (CD) + Digital AlbumThe Trail and Seaweed CD bundle
Includes unlimited streaming of The Trail via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.ships out within 3 days€18.95 EUR
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12" LP Orange + patch, postcard and The Trail novel
Record/Vinyl + Digital AlbumSpecial edition of 100 pcs: Orange LP gatefold (including a limited round Demonic Death Judge patch (red), 'The Trail' short story and 'The Trail' postcard). Gateford cover with 1 LP. Includes 4-page lyric sheet.
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12" LP Yellow
Record/Vinyl + Digital AlbumLimited edition of 100 pcs: Yellow LP. Gatefold cover with 1 LP. Includes 4-page lyric sheet.
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12" LP natural + patch, postcard and The Trail novel
Record/Vinyl + Digital AlbumSpecial edition of 100 pcs: LP natural gatefold (including a limited round Demonic Death Judge patch (green), 'The Trail' short story and 'The Trail' postcard). Gateford cover with 1 LP. Includes 4-page lyric sheet.
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Cougar Charmer
01:21
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Filthy as Charged
05:53
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Hardship
04:43
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Elevation
04:13
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Shapeshifting Serpents
05:53
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Flood
06:35
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Fountain of Acid
02:53
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Cougar Charmer (Reprise)
03:12
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The Trail
08:49
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We have to Kill
04:42
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about
"The Trail began as a mindset - a Nevada desert scenery turned into soaring melodies tasting like light beer, whiskey shots, and sand. The concept eventually developed into a story of a person stuck in a loop of self-destructive behaviour and finding deliverance through an unexpected spiritual journey.
The record was completely recorded and produced by the band, and the recording process was based on preforming as much live as possible. The result was then mixed by Andrew Schneider and mastered by Carl Saff who were 110% in tune with our ideas and production, which resulted in a killer sound.
The record forms its narrative through uncompromising groove and relentless, crushing riffs that DDJ is known for, however, introducing a wider array of psychedelic and atmospheric elements than before. The Trail is the
most whole record to come from DDJ, and by far the best.
Toni / Demonic Death Judge"
The record was completely recorded and produced by the band, and the recording process was based on preforming as much live as possible. The result was then mixed by Andrew Schneider and mastered by Carl Saff who were 110% in tune with our ideas and production, which resulted in a killer sound.
The record forms its narrative through uncompromising groove and relentless, crushing riffs that DDJ is known for, however, introducing a wider array of psychedelic and atmospheric elements than before. The Trail is the
most whole record to come from DDJ, and by far the best.
Toni / Demonic Death Judge"
credits
released March 27, 2020
DEMONIC DEATH JUDGE returns with their fourth full length album THE TRAIL. Mixed by Andrew Schneider (Cave In, Mutoid Man etc.), THE TRAIL takes you on a spiritual whirlwind within a troubled soul. Showcasing a fully matured orchestra not afraid of evolving, THE TRAIL is ready for your indulgence on 27th March 2020 through Suicide Records.
DEMONIC DEATH JUDGE is a no-bullshit, sludge/stoner four-piece filth machine from Finland. Brutal low frequencies drenched in groove and psychedelics guarantee beer-soaked fun for the whole family.
DEMONIC DEATH JUDGE returns with their fourth full length album THE TRAIL. Mixed by Andrew Schneider (Cave In, Mutoid Man etc.), THE TRAIL takes you on a spiritual whirlwind within a troubled soul. Showcasing a fully matured orchestra not afraid of evolving, THE TRAIL is ready for your indulgence on 27th March 2020 through Suicide Records.
DEMONIC DEATH JUDGE is a no-bullshit, sludge/stoner four-piece filth machine from Finland. Brutal low frequencies drenched in groove and psychedelics guarantee beer-soaked fun for the whole family.
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suiciderecordsfinland Tampere, Finland
Suicide Records went from dream to reality during the fall of 2006 when Roger Andersson and Henrik Anestedt decided that DIY
is the way to go. In 2017 we where blessed with Finnish partners Taru and Otto joining our family and sharing the exact same values.
Suicide Records currently acts as an independent record label based in Gothenburg, Sweden and Tampere, Finland.
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