{"title":"Sadus","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"the-shadow-inside","title":"The Shadow Inside","description":"\u003cp\u003eIt has been sixteen long years since the monstrous sound of Sadus last bestowed a new record upon the world, but the time has finally arrived. This November, Nuclear Blast Records proudly presents the triumphant return of the unconquerable Sadus with their sixth full-length studio album, titled \u003ci\u003eThe Shadow Inside\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA formidable darkness flows through tracks like ‘Anarchy\u003ci\u003e’.\u003c\/i\u003e Evidently influenced by the tumultuous post-Covid times of mass hysteria, looting, and general loss of control, the melody reflects this chaotic environment. Allen describes the track as “\u003ci\u003emore straightforward and in-your-face, hitting listeners right in the gut\u003c\/i\u003e.” Despite the intensity, Sadus manages to retain their signature death\/thrash blend, staying true to their old-school roots. The aggression remains palpable, allowing their music to speak for itself with raw, unapologetic power.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e‘\u003c\/i\u003eScorched and Burnt\u003ci\u003e’\u003c\/i\u003e follows suit, with its steady beat and chaotic vocals seamlessly intertwining with blistering guitar work. The track gradually transitions into an impassioned melody, igniting a fiery explosion as the song nears its conclusion. Although inspired by the literal wildfires that plagued California during its creation, ‘Scorched and Burnt\u003ci\u003e’ \u003c\/i\u003edelves deeper into the idea that individuals often feel like someone or something is constantly out to get them. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYet, in the end, the song urges unity, recognizing that every action, even in chaos, ripples through the lives of others.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe process of creating \u003ci\u003eThe Shadow Inside\u003c\/i\u003e was unhurried and unencumbered by unnecessary roadblocks. Sadus allowed their creativity to flow naturally, collecting riffs and writing together in person. The band took their time, nurturing and developing their musical ideas until they evolved into the powerful tracks we hear today. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllen emphasizes that their drama-free and family-oriented approach to making music is one of the reasons their sound speaks so powerfully to their fans. Collaborating with Juan Urteaga of Trident Studios added another layer of refinement to the album, as his expertise in death metal played a vital role in shaping its overall sound.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nuclear Blast","offers":[{"title":"Red LP.","offer_id":50395913093451,"sku":"2164784","price":37.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"CD.","offer_id":50395912470859,"sku":"2164783","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/The_Shadow_Inside_8bed4dbe_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1726475381"},{"product_id":"a-vision-of-misery-2","title":"A Vision of Misery","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eA Vision of Misery\u003c\/i\u003e is the third full-length album by Californian metal band Sadus and was originally released in 1992. Originally a quartet, the band's sound fuses thrash metal with death metal, featuring highly technical musicianship. They are known for the unique death growl of vocalist Darren Travis, and bassist Steve Di Giorgio mind-boggling bass licks and impossible tricks. After two albums straddling the stylistic transition between thrash and death metal, Sadus pretty much committed to the latter with this record. A Vision of Misery epitomizes technical death metal with compositions such as \"Through the Eyes of Greed,\" \"Machines,\" and \"Echoes of Forever\". For fans of Sadus' habitually inventive arrangements and sharp dynamic shifts, there's plenty on offer here.  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Music On Vinyl","offers":[{"title":"LP - Gold","offer_id":50402573156683,"sku":"2184382","price":32.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/A_Vision_of_Misery_8857e0d8_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1726550645"}],"url":"https:\/\/shop.roughtrade.com\/collections\/sadus.oembed","provider":"Rough Trade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}