Stabbing Westward – Wither Blister Burn + Peel

Stabbing Westward
Wither Blister Burn + Peel
(Vinyl) (Red & Black Marbled) (Limited Edition 1010 of 1500)
Released: 1996
Re-Release: 2024

Track Listing:

1. I Don't Believe
2. Shame
3. What Do I Have To Do?
4. Why
5. Inside You
6. Falls Apart
7. So Wrong
8. Crushing Me
9. Sleep
10. Slipping Away

More Info:
Originally debuting in 1996, Stabbing Westward's Wither Blister Burn + Peel marks a dynamic shift in the band's sound, blending their early synth-heavy industrial roots with aggressive, guitar-driven alternative metal. Musically, listeners will hear a dense mix of grinding guitar riffs, dark electronic programming, and frontman Christopher Hall's angst-ridden, theatrical vocals exploring themes of toxic relationships, existential dread, and obsession on standout tracks like "Shame" and "What Do I Have To Do?". This records has been praised for its well-constructed singles and raw emotional weight, cementing it as the band's breakthrough and best-selling release.