The 2010 release "Suffering" sees Living Illusion further exploring progressive and technical metal territory, with a sharp focus on lyrical themes of internal conflict and existential dread.
- "Suffering" was produced by Steve Evetts, known for his work with bands like The Dillinger Escape Plan and Hatebreed. The album was recorded at Trax East in South River, New Jersey. It features guest vocals from Ihsahn on the track "Echoes of the Void".
- Upon its release, "Suffering" garnered praise from critics for its ambitious scope and musicianship, though some noted its challenging nature. It reached number 42 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart. The album's artwork was designed by Eliran Kantor, who has also worked with bands like Sodom and Testament.
- The band supported the album with a co-headlining tour with Converge throughout the spring and summer of 2010. This tour saw them playing to larger crowds than on previous outings. The album's most well-known song, "The Great Below," was accompanied by a music video.
Living Illusion is a metal band from Cleveland, Ohio, known for their intricate guitar work and complex song structures. "Suffering" was released in 2010, marking a period of experimentation for the band after their more traditional heavy metal sound on previous albums.
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