Vinyl Passion — A Collection Of Malaysian Underground Music (Vol 2) LP
Vinyl Passion — A Collection Of Malaysian Underground Music (Vol 2)
Band: Various
Label: Vinyl Passion Malaysia, Legion Music
Format: Compilation, LP, 12" Vinyl
Release Date: 2017
Genre / Style: Death, Thrash, Black, Grind, Power, Doom, Sludge, Stoner, Metal, Punk
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A Collection of Malaysian Underground Music Vol. 2 is a vinyl-exclusive compilation released by Vinyl Passion Malaysia in collaboration with Legion Music and Mamat Records. This second installment broadens the sonic landscape established in Volume 1, featuring a diverse array of genres including thrash metal, stoner/doom, black metal, punk, and power metal. Notably, it also includes a contribution from Singaporean band Ammarah, highlighting the regional interconnectedness of the underground scene.
The compilation maintains a high production standard, with mastering that enhances the clarity of vocals, the punch of double pedals, and the richness of guitar tones. Despite the polished sound, the raw energy characteristic of underground music is preserved, offering an authentic listening experience.
Driven by a passion for vinyl, Vinyl Passion's Shuffian Abu emphasized the importance of providing Malaysian underground bands with the opportunity to release their music in LP format. This compilation serves as a platform for bands that have yet to have their material pressed on vinyl, filling a gap in the local music scene. The LP format not only caters to audiophiles but also adds a tangible, collectible aspect to the music, aligning with the DIY ethos of the underground community.
A Collection of Malaysian Underground Music Vol. 2 stands as a testament to the vibrancy and diversity of the Malaysian underground scene. By capturing a wide spectrum of genres and delivering them through a high-quality vinyl release, the compilation offers both a nostalgic nod to the past and a promising glimpse into the future of underground music in the region. For enthusiasts seeking to explore the depths of Malaysia's underground music landscape, this compilation is an essential addition to their collection.
Track Listing
| A1 | Battle Hymn (2)– | The Lord Slayer |
| A2 | Ammarah– | Sengsara |
| A3 | Keladak– | Black Crows (EP Version) |
| A4 | Bunuh Diri– | Self Immolation |
| A5 | The Pilgrims (2)– | Achtung Riders |
| B1 | Electric Funeral (3)– | Prison Song |
| B2 | Acid Rain (7)– | Propaganda |
| B3 | Brawk– | Never Join The Army |
| B4 | Silence Enshroud– | Ever After |
| B5 | Claw (6)– | Cursed Of Wrath |
Art Direction, Design, Illustration – Man Assault (Iron Moth, Ex-Assault)
Mastered By – Jadam (Necrotic Chaos, Gorb)
Producer – Khairul Ma, Shuffian Abu