The CD edition includes an incredible bonus: a crushing cover of 13's "Wither" that is sure to leave you in awe. It also features exclusive artwork not available in the LP version. Remastered by the renowned Mell Dettmer (Sunn O))), Earth, Boris), this release delivers an even more powerful listening experience!
A monumental offering in the realm of doom metal, Sisters of the Wyrd by Grey is nothing short of a masterstroke. The all-female trio has crafted an album that not only honors the genre's legacy but pushes its boundaries into darker, heavier, and more emotionally charged territory. With its roots deeply embedded in the traditions of doom and sludge, Grey forges a sound that is uniquely their own—raw, visceral, and unrelentingly powerful.
Mixed by the iconic Billy Anderson and recorded at Jack Endino’s studio (with even a nod to history through the use of Kurt Cobain's amp from Bleach), the album brims with authenticity and unbridled heaviness. Mell Dettmer’s remastering work (Sunn O))), Earth, Boris) elevates the sound further, creating a record that demands to be experienced at full volume. The riffs are devastating, the songwriting is meticulous, and the lyrical themes weave a haunting narrative that lingers long after the final note fades.
From the opening moments of “At Night,” where gentle vocal harmonies give way to a crushing, depressive riff, it’s clear this album is an emotional journey. Grey seamlessly blends elements of funeral doom, sludge, and crust with a melodic yet devastating edge, evoking comparisons to bands like Asunder, Evoken, and Thorr’s Hammer, while carving their own niche in the genre. Suzanne Morales Haynes, known as GypsyWitch, delivers a vocal performance that is both harrowing and commanding, dripping with anguish and rage in equal measure.
The album’s five tracks, including a ferocious cover of 13’s “Wither,” span just over an hour of sheer sonic catharsis. Each song contributes to the album’s cohesive atmosphere, creating a listening experience that is as immersive as it is heavy. Grey’s ability to balance bleak, crushing intensity with moments of melodic reprieve sets them apart from their peers, making Sisters of the Wyrd essential for any doom metal connoisseur.
For a band that deserves far more recognition than they’ve received, Grey is a revelation. With Sisters of the Wyrd, they have delivered one of the most compelling doom metal albums in recent memory—a towering achievement that stands as a testament to the genre’s enduring power. This is not just music; it’s a force of nature.
