Released 10 years ago yesterday, this is the eleventh and supposed-to-be final album from Showbread, a hardcore band from Georgia. It's a very unique mix of screaming, singing, tons of guitars, and even electronic elements. This is the first time I've listened to this album, though I've enjoyed their first few albums on Solid State Records released about 20 years ago a lot. This album is pretty similar to those "raw rock" sounds from their first major-label albums, and although I can't easily make out the lyrics sung and screamed on the first listen, I like their mix of religious themes, horror movie references or other macabre things, and even commentary on religious figures. It's clear they are being experimental in their musical and lyrical style so you never know what might come next while giving a Showbread album a listen. The band had retired after this album's release, but then played a few reunion shows and released one more album in 2021-2023. I'm glad I finally got around to listening to this album as it is better than some of their albums that preceded it. It might not be your cup of tea, though, and that's fine. Just find something else you want to listen to then—or maybe listen to this anyways and you might end up liking it.

Release Year: 2016
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