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Only have one complete listen thus far, but right away I can say this isn't as straight-up aggressive as their previous releases, especially early in the record. There are moments of chaos that seem to be emphasized by the longer passages of dulled vocals and eerie guitar work, but it doesn't bust out of the gate like The Task,  Image of Control (I), or Thorn in the Lion's Paw. It will take some time to digest, as per usual with Sumac. But I will be interested to hear other people's thoughts when they get their copies.
 
On a different note, I kinda wish Thrill Jockey would have made this a gatefold and charged a little more if necessary, tbh. The inner cardboard sleeve arrived with the glue already worn away, so I will need to repair that at some point. And the outer cardboard sleeve is just big enough that it makes it tricky putting it in a poly sleeve. But the records themselves look and sound fantastic.
 
Lastly, if anyone is worried about their copy taking too long to arrive and would like my download code, lemme know.

Got my gold copy today, it looks great. I love the art by AT on these past few records. Haven’t spun it yet but will do so on Wednesday when I’m able to. 

Nothing trying to set the record for most goddamn amazing variants of a single record

I don't feel like it's referring to the music. It's more along the lines of how they wrote and Terry Date being involved. 

some of the best Deftones songs ever are on this album - it's not so much a return to roots, it's more that the energy and excitement is back. 

Right, I guess I meant it just sounds like they might be going back to the original mindset of music that came along with hanging out with each other, rather than having the same sound as those records. 

It was annoying to wake up to this entire pressing being almost sold out, but I was lucky enough to nab the /500 without the bag. The colorways are way rad on those bagged copies, but I’ll live... I guess.
 
I hate to love this goddamn hobby.

They are just using two different synonymous buzzwords to sell stuff.

Was literally the same thing I was about to post haha clearly someone who heard us all talking about how nice the /200 looks and changed their order...

Same, I saw the single on Spotify last night and really enjoyed it, didn't even think about pre-orders going up this morning. I recently got the Death splatter represses and they came out amazing, so I'm expecting these to look just as nice.

So this showed up on my youtube feed to my excitement: 
 
 
Unsure about if this is an EP/Full length or what, but will probably be up at Nuclear Blast on the 4th. 

Also a new pressing of the old record is out now /500 https://shop.nuclearblast.com/en/products/sound/vinyl/2lp/killer-be-killed-killer-be-killed-white-black-splatter-lp-import-.html

I can’t believe this album isn’t clicking with a lot of people. While Fortress and Volition are my favorites I feel like this one resonated with me almost instantly. The B Sides are so good too. The Duelling Cavalier is insane. 

The R/W/B tri-color came out really nice, glad I sprung for that one. Also, despite it being an unpopular opinion on this thread, I really enjoyed this record. Reverie is one of my favorite songs PTH has ever done.

After a few more listens I have come around on it myself.
I don't think its quite as solid as Volition, IMO, but Its really a great album.
Also loving the B-sides as well.
 
Not my copy (still awaiting) but seen some great shots showing up on instagram...

 
I think this colorway is a really a stunning match for the album art, and fits very nicely.
In retrospect, I wish I had also picked up one of the american flag variants, as those have been coming out very nice also. 

The R/W/B tri-color came out really nice, glad I sprung for that one. Also, despite it being an unpopular opinion on this thread, I really enjoyed this record. Reverie is one of my favorite songs PTH has ever done.

I missed VC. Glad I'm back.

I don't give a shit about the pissing match going on here. I DO however LOVE the gif of that Baylor kicker getting laid the fuck out by Michigan State in the Cotton Bowl.

Fuck you.
Fuck that.
 
Fuck you too take another hiatus.

I missed VC. Glad I'm back.

I missed VC. Glad I'm back.

I missed VC. Glad I'm back.

Why hasn't @Derek™ been banned for instigating though? Look at that stupid fucking gif he just posted. Stop.

Well, I mean, let's not speak for everyone.  Last page or 2 of this thread got me like
 

I disagree, BUT I think it's a testament to how incredible of a songwriter Jeff is that an album this ridiculously good places 3rd in his discography for me.

If you missed gold, it's again available at bandcamp and http://thrilljockey.com/products/may-you-be-held