"Tarantula Heart" is the Melvins' first album of new material in five years, featuring guest appearances from Jello Biafra and members of Sepultura and Converge. The album was recorded with engineer Steve Albini over two sessions.
- The album was recorded by Steve Albini at his Sound Of Music studio in Los Angeles, California. It was released on Ipecac Recordings, the label co-founded by Mike Patton. The release features guest vocals from Jello Biafra on two tracks.
- The album was recorded over two separate sessions, one in 2022 and another in 2023. The first session featured the core Melvins lineup, while the second session included guests.
- The album was released on April 19, 2024, on Ipecac Recordings. It is the band's first studio album since 2019's "Pinkus Abortion Technician".
Melvins are a long-running band from Montesano, Washington, often credited with pioneering sludge metal. They have maintained a relatively consistent lineup and sound over their decades-long career.
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