In the early Eighties, hardcore punk was taking over the D.C. heavy-music scene. Going against the grain, Scott “Wino” Weinrich launched stoner-doom crew the Obsessed in nearby Potomac, Maryland. The band’s Sabbathian sound was all metal, but Wino’s “no bullshit” approachwon overpunks like Ian MacKaye and Henry Rollins. 1994s The Church Within the Obsesseds final album before their 16-year breakup typifies their approach, riff-soaked and tough as nails. This 2LP Revolver exclusive comes on Transparent Blue w/ Black Smoke vinyl.