lloydd Something about this release touched me. I'm not sure what as i am still processing this release. When i figure that out i will let everyone know until then i will dive deep into the songs. Favorite track: Begotten.

bmurator German Stoner / Doom Metal. This is quite unique imho... :) Especially the first track where I get quite a few Black Sabbath vibes - with no Ozzy obviously & then there are the doom vocals with some BM addition on top - what a mix... :) It all works very well too! A crushing album! There is even meant to be a little man at the bottom of the cover carrying a beacon of hope - he has been crushed out of existence too - all meant in the best possible way... :) Thanks Vast Pyre! Recommended! Favorite track: Focus Deceased.

FDJ (Desert Psychlist) Monstrous insidious doom that crushes, drones and basically fucks you up (in a good way) Favorite track: Focus Deceased.

Kelvin (Navajo/Diné) Imagine if the Star Wars alien band in the Tatooine bar played crushing atmospheric death doom. Favorite track: Phlegraean Fields.

Dan Curhan Filthy AND progressive?? You've got my attention. This album has some of the most thoughtful and mature songwriting I've heard in a long time - excellent attention to detail, and a satisfying arc. Very, very good.

Chimplord I LOVED Barishi and was crushed when they broke up. I was beyond stoked when I found out about this project.
This is amazing start to finish.
Album of the year????