album · March 20, 2001

Seminar II: The Holy Rites of Primitivism Regressionism

Old Man Gloom

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The second of two albums released in 2001, "The Holy Rites of Primitivism Regressionism" finds Old Man Gloom at their most punishing and raw. The album showcases the band's signature blend of crushing riffs and dissonant experimentation.

• Released in March 2001, "The Holy Rites of Primitivism Regressionism" followed closely on the heels of their debut album, "Meditations in the Flesh."
• The album was released on CD by Profound Lore Records, a label then in its infancy, which would go on to release many other notable metal acts.
• Old Man Gloom would continue to explore themes of darkness and sonic extremity on subsequent releases throughout the 2000s.

Old Man Gloom is a sludge metal band from Massachusetts, formed in 1999. They are known for their abrasive sound and consistent output.