Irön Moth — The Kill Room Journal CD

Band: Iron Moth 
Title: The Kill Room Journal
Label: Goatlordth Records
Format: Extended Play (EP), CD, Digipack
Country: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Release Date: 2018
Genre / Style: Doom/Sludge/Stoner, Doom Metal, Sludge Metal, Stoner Metal
Streaming Link: Bandcamp 

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Iron Moth is a sludge/doom metal band from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, formed in 2016 — a supergroup that comprises members of Brawk, Infectious Maggots, Spiral Kinetic Circus, Goreslut, Hereafter and Keladak. Their debut EP, The Kill Room Journal, released on January 6, 2018, through Goatlordth Records, showcases a fusion of sludge, stoner, and blackened doom metal across five tracks totaling approximately 27 minutes. 

Tracks like "The Hastie Fire (Peter Dinsdale)" and "I, Satan" exemplify the band's ability to blend heavy, churning guitar work with haunting melodies and dynamic tempo shifts. The production maintains a raw and organic feel, aligning with the genre's aesthetic and enhancing the overall listening experience.

While The Kill Room Journal may not have garnered widespread critical reviews, it stands as a testament to Iron Moth's commitment to their craft and the vibrant Malaysian metal scene. For fans of sludge and doom metal seeking new and compelling music, this EP offers a noteworthy addition to the genre.