Influential Los Angeles-based doom metal group Saint Vitus was formed in 1979, with Black Sabbath and Black Flag noteworthy references. Seventh album C.O.D., from 1992, made former Count Raven front man Christian Lindersson lead vocalist, the guitars now texturally layered, and the drums bathed in heavy reverb, hearkening older styles of metal. Overall, it's a testament to underachievers and burnouts everywhere, directly addressing their fans as the 'Children Of Doom' of the title. This is an underrated album for all discerning doom metal lovers, and unmissable for those who seek a fuller understanding of St Vitus' progression.
01 Intro 02 Children Of Doom 03 Planet Of Judgement 04 Shadow Of A Skeleton 05 (i Am) The Screaming Banshee 06 Plague Of Man 07 Imagination Man 08 Fear 09 Get Away 10 Bela 11 A Timeless Tale 12 Hallows Victim (exhumed)