The 2016 album "What One Becomes" cemented Sumac's status as purveyors of rhythmically complex, often brutal, and uncompromisingly heavy music. The band's unique approach to extreme metal here avoids typical genre conventions in favor of a more ritualistic and deeply textured intensity.
- Recorded at Electrical Audio by Steve Albini, the album was engineered by the band members themselves alongside the legendary producer. It was released on June 10, 2016, by the label Thrill Jockey. The album was primarily classified within the heavy metal and hard rock genres.
- "What One Becomes" is the second album by Sumac, following their 2015 debut "The Deal." The release saw the band continuing to explore lengthy, multifaceted compositions that defied easy categorization.
- The album was noted for its dense, abrasive sound, with critics highlighting the intricate interplay between the musicians and the sheer sonic weight.
Sumac is a heavy metal band formed in 2014 by members of several notable experimental rock and metal groups. At the time of "What One Becomes," Sumac had recently released their debut album and were solidifying their distinct, punishing sound.
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