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THE OBSESSED Seal the Deal: New Album Coming Under Heavy Psych Sounds

By Jason •
Doom metal legends THE OBSESSED are back and ready to unleash their sonic fury with a new album in 2027.

In a move that’s sending shockwaves through the doom metal underground, American icons THE OBSESSED have officially signed a worldwide deal with Heavy Psych Sounds Records. This collaboration marks a significant milestone as the band gears up to release their highly anticipated new studio album in 2027, further solidifying their reign in the heavy music realm.

Frontman Scott "Wino" Weinrich expressed his excitement, stating, "We are very happy to announce THE OBSESSED signing with the premier hard rock label Heavy Psych Sounds!" The band, currently deep in the trenches of recording, is putting the finishing touches on their forthcoming magnum opus, aptly titled "Live Fast - Love Hard - Die Free." The anticipation is palpable as Wino declares, "We're exited as fukk to lay this on y'all, YAHOOO!!!"

Since their formation in 1978, THE OBSESSED have carved out a legacy that intertwines the raw energy of punk with the heavy tones of doom metal. Emerging from the Baltimore/D.C. scene during the hardcore punk explosion of the early '80s, they gained notoriety as a bridge between the two worlds, earning the respect of punk legends like BLACK FLAG and MINOR THREAT. Their influence has been so profound that many fans and critics alike have dubbed them "America's MOTÖRHEAD,” a testament to their relentless spirit and undeniable impact.

Wino's journey through the heavy music landscape is storied; after his tenure with the legendary SAINT VITUS, he returned to THE OBSESSED in 2016, reigniting the fire that had been simmering for years. With a refreshed lineup, including drummer Brian "Dawg" Costantino, they unleashed the blistering album "Sacred" in 2017, proving that the band still had plenty of thunder left in their arsenal. Their latest offering, "Gilded Sorrow," released in early 2024, has been hailed as a landmark for the band, with critics lauding it as their best work yet.

Now, with heavy rock powerhouse Bob Pantella stepping in on drums, THE OBSESSED are ready to take their sound to new heights. As they continue to tour the world, crushing stages at revered festivals like Hellfest and Desertfest, the excitement builds for their next chapter under Heavy Psych Sounds. The metal community is buzzing, eagerly awaiting what this legendary band will deliver next.