Album: Our Raw Heart by YOB (2018)
Genre: Doom Metal | Style: Metal
Record Label: Relapse Records
Format: Album

Description: "Our Raw Heart"  is the eighth studio album by American doom metal band YOB. It was released on the 8th June 2018 through Relapse Records.

Artist Background: YOB is a doom metal band from Eugene, Oregon composed of Aaron Reiseberg, Travis Foster, and Mike Scheidt. Part of the Eugene, Oregon music scene. Emerged in the 1990s era. Associated with Doom Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Music Scene: Part of the Eugene, Oregon music scene. Emerged in the 1990s era. Associated with Doom Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Tags: Doom Metal, Metal, 2010s, Album, Relapse Records


"Our Raw Heart"  is the eighth studio album by American doom metal band YOB. It was released on the 8th June 2018 through Relapse Records.

"Elaborations of Carbon" presents a dense, immersive soundscape characteristic of early 2000s doom metal. The production is raw yet powerful, allowing the heavy guitar riffs to resonate with a gritty texture, while the bass provides a subterranean depth that anchors the tracks. The tempo varies, with songs like "Universe Throb" and "Revolution" showcasing a slow, deliberate pace that enhances the weighty atmosphere, while "Clear Seeing" introduces moments of urgency. Vocals are delivered with a haunting intensity, weaving through the thick instrumentation. The album's distinctiveness lies in its ability to balance crushing heaviness with ethereal moments, creating a profound emotional journey that lingers long after the final note fades.

Album: Elaborations of Carbon by YOB (2002)
Genre: Doom Metal | Style: Metal
Format: Album

Artist Background: YOB is a doom metal band from Eugene, Oregon composed of Aaron Reiseberg, Travis Foster, and Mike Scheidt. Part of the Eugene, Oregon music scene. Emerged in the 1990s era. Associated with Doom Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Music Scene: Part of the Eugene, Oregon music scene. Emerged in the 1990s era. Associated with Doom Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Tags: Doom Metal, Metal, 2000s, Album


"The Illusion of Motion" presents a dense and immersive sonic landscape characteristic of early 2000s doom metal. The production is raw yet polished, allowing the heavy, distorted guitar riffs to resonate with a powerful weight. Each track unfolds at a deliberate tempo, creating a slow, crushing momentum that evokes a sense of impending doom. The instrumentation features layered guitar harmonies, deep, resonant bass lines, and thunderous drums that punctuate the atmosphere with a palpable energy. Texturally, the album oscillates between haunting melodies and oppressive heaviness, particularly evident in tracks like "Ball of Molten Lead" and "Exorcism of the Host." This combination of elements creates a distinctive auditory experience that is both meditative and harrowing.

Album: The Illusion of Motion by YOB (2004)
Genre: Doom Metal | Style: Metal
Format: Album

Artist Background: YOB is a doom metal band from Eugene, Oregon composed of Aaron Reiseberg, Travis Foster, and Mike Scheidt. Part of the Eugene, Oregon music scene. Emerged in the 1990s era. Associated with Doom Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Music Scene: Part of the Eugene, Oregon music scene. Emerged in the 1990s era. Associated with Doom Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Tags: Doom Metal, Metal, 2000s, Album

Additional Context: Available on Discogs marketplace


"Catharsis" by YOB immerses listeners in a dense, atmospheric soundscape characteristic of early 2000s doom metal. The production is raw yet powerful, allowing the heavy guitar riffs to resonate with a gritty texture that complements the deep, growling vocals. Each track, particularly "Aeons" and "Ether," unfolds at a slow, deliberate tempo, creating a meditative experience that contrasts with the crushing weight of the instrumentation. The use of layered guitars and reverberating drums enhances the album's immersive quality, while moments of dynamic shifts add energy and tension. The overall sonic palette is marked by a haunting, introspective mood, making "Catharsis" a distinctive entry in the genre's exploration of existential themes.

Album: Catharsis by YOB (2002)
Genre: Doom Metal | Style: Metal
Format: Album

Artist Background: YOB is a doom metal band from Eugene, Oregon composed of Aaron Reiseberg, Travis Foster, and Mike Scheidt. Part of the Eugene, Oregon music scene. Emerged in the 1990s era. Associated with Doom Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Music Scene: Part of the Eugene, Oregon music scene. Emerged in the 1990s era. Associated with Doom Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Tags: Doom Metal, Metal, 2000s, Album

Additional Context: Available on Discogs marketplace


"The Unreal Never Lived" envelops listeners in a dense, atmospheric soundscape that defines YOB's signature doom metal style. The production is raw yet polished, allowing the heavy, distorted guitar riffs to resonate with a palpable weight, while the bass provides a deep, rumbling foundation. Each track unfolds at a deliberate tempo, creating a meditative yet intense energy that draws the listener into its depths. The interplay between the soaring, ethereal vocals and the crushing instrumentation adds layers of texture, particularly in tracks like "Quantum Mystic" and "The Mental Tyrant." This album stands out for its ability to blend crushing heaviness with moments of introspective beauty, making it a compelling exploration of sonic extremes.

Album: The Unreal Never Lived by YOB (2005)
Genre: Doom Metal | Style: Metal
Format: Album

Artist Background: YOB is a doom metal band from Eugene, Oregon composed of Aaron Reiseberg, Travis Foster, and Mike Scheidt. Part of the Eugene, Oregon music scene. Emerged in the 1990s era. Associated with Doom Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Music Scene: Part of the Eugene, Oregon music scene. Emerged in the 1990s era. Associated with Doom Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Tags: Doom Metal, Metal, 2000s, Album

Additional Context: Available on Discogs marketplace


Album: Clearing the Path to Ascend by YOB (2014)
Genre: Doom Metal | Style: Metal
Format: Album

Description: Clearing The Path To Ascend is an aptly titled album for what will undoubtedly be the crowning achievement for a band whose journey now nears two decades of creating music as commanding as it is cathartic. As is the YOB way, the tracks here don’t simply offer a vacuous glimpse into the already riff-soaked doom genre. These songs demand the tandem attention of mind, body, and soul – etching a mark across a sound that finds YOB as formidable and unequaled as they've ever been. True ascension requires a destruction of those barriers that prevent any movement forward. Unsurprisingly, YOB pummels any and all of these obstacles with absolute authority, clearing the way for a genuinely visceral listening experience and climbing upward into a realm that sets the band in a heavy metal place that has been and will always remain wholly their own.

Recorded at Gung Ho Studio in Eugene, notorious for its reserve of vintage equipment, alongside longtime collaborator/iconic sound-sage Billy Barnett, and mastered by Brad Boatright (Sleep, Beastmilk, Nails) at Audiosiege Engineering. Clearing The Path To Ascend was released via Neurot Recordings & Relapse Records in September of 2014.

Artist Background: YOB is a doom metal band from Eugene, Oregon composed of Aaron Reiseberg, Travis Foster, and Mike Scheidt. Part of the Eugene, Oregon music scene. Emerged in the 1990s era. Associated with Doom Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Music Scene: Part of the Eugene, Oregon music scene. Emerged in the 1990s era. Associated with Doom Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Tags: Doom Metal, Metal, 2010s, Album

Additional Context: Based on 2 votes. Available on Discogs marketplace


Clearing The Path To Ascend is an aptly titled album for what will undoubtedly be the crowning achievement for a band whose journey now nears two decades of creating music as commanding as it is cathartic. As is the YOB way, the tracks here don’t simply offer a vacuous glimpse into the already riff-soaked doom genre. These songs demand the tandem attention of mind, body, and soul – etching a mark across a sound that finds YOB as formidable and unequaled as they've ever been. True ascension requires a destruction of those barriers that prevent any movement forward. Unsurprisingly, YOB pummels any and all of these obstacles with absolute authority, clearing the way for a genuinely visceral listening experience and climbing upward into a realm that sets the band in a heavy metal place that has been and will always remain wholly their own.

Recorded at Gung Ho Studio in Eugene, notorious for its reserve of vintage equipment, alongside longtime collaborator/iconic sound-sage Billy Barnett, and mastered by Brad Boatright (Sleep, Beastmilk, Nails) at Audiosiege Engineering. Clearing The Path To Ascend was released via Neurot Recordings & Relapse Records in September of 2014.

"Atma" presents a profound exploration of doom metal, characterized by its heavy, layered guitar riffs and expansive soundscapes. The production is rich and immersive, allowing the dense instrumentation to breathe while maintaining a raw edge. Each track unfolds at a deliberate pace, with a mix of crushing tempos and ethereal moments that create a dynamic tension. The use of reverb and delay enhances the atmospheric quality, particularly in tracks like "Adrift in the Ocean," where the sound feels vast and enveloping. The interplay between melodic passages and thunderous crescendos adds depth, making the album distinctive in its ability to evoke both heaviness and introspection.

Album: Atma by YOB (2011)
Genre: Doom Metal | Style: Metal
Record Label: Profound Lore
Format: Album

Related Artists: Monolord, Ufomammut, Windhand, Pallbearer

Music Scene: Part of the Eugene, Oregon music scene. Emerged in the 1990s era. Associated with Doom Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Tags: Doom Metal, Metal, 2010s, Album, Profound Lore

Additional Context: Available on Discogs marketplace


"The Great Cessation" envelops the listener in a dense, immersive soundscape characteristic of doom metal. The production is raw yet polished, allowing the heavy, distorted guitar riffs to resonate with a crushing weight. Each track unfolds with a slow, deliberate tempo, creating an atmosphere of impending doom. The instrumentation features layered guitars, deep, growling bass lines, and thunderous drums, all contributing to a rich tapestry of sound. Textures range from hauntingly melodic in "Silence of Heaven" to the oppressive heaviness of "Burning the Altar." The album's distinctive quality lies in its ability to balance crushing heaviness with moments of ethereal beauty, inviting listeners into a profound sonic experience.

Album: The Great Cessation by YOB (2009)
Genre: Doom Metal | Style: Metal
Format: Album

Artist Background: YOB is a doom metal band from Eugene, Oregon composed of Aaron Reiseberg, Travis Foster, and Mike Scheidt. Part of the Eugene, Oregon music scene. Emerged in the 1990s era. Associated with Doom Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Music Scene: Part of the Eugene, Oregon music scene. Emerged in the 1990s era. Associated with Doom Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Tags: Doom Metal, Metal, 2000s, Album

Additional Context: Available on Discogs marketplace


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