Coma Witch Explained

Coma Witch
Type:studio
Artist:the Acacia Strain
Cover:TheAcaciaStrainComaWitch.png
Released:October 14, 2014
Recorded:March 11  - April 14, 2014
Studio:Machine Shop, Jersey City, New Jersey / The Jungle Studios, Mesa, Arizona
Genre:
Length:64:22
Label:Rise
Producer:Will Putney
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Coma Witch is the seventh studio album by American metalcore band The Acacia Strain. It was released on October 14, 2014, through Rise Records.[1] It is the band's first album to feature new guitarists Devin Shidaker and Richard Gomez, and the first album to not feature original guitarist Daniel "DL" Laskiewicz due to his departure from the band in May 2013. It is also the band's final album to feature bassist Jack Strong prior to his departure in May 2015.

History

On May 20, 2013, it was announced that original and longtime guitarist Daniel "DL" Laskiewicz would be departing the band.[2] He was replaced by guitarists Devin Shidaker (ex-Oceano) and Richard Gomez (ex-Molotov Solution).[3]

On January 13, 2014, the band announced they would begin recording their upcoming album in March, which would be produced by Will Putney from Fit for an Autopsy.[4] The band completed recording the album on April 17.[5]

On August 12, the band revealed the upcoming title of the album to be Coma Witch, which is set for release on October 14. The band also released the music video for the first single of the album, "Cauterizer".

Personnel

The Acacia Strain
Production

Notes and References

  1. Web site: The Acacia Strain Posts "Cauterizer" Music Video. Metal Underground. August 12, 2014. August 12, 2014.
  2. Web site: THE ACACIA STRAIN Part With Longtime Guitarist/Songwriter. Metal Injection. May 20, 2013. August 12, 2014.
  3. Web site: THE ACACIA STRAIN Announces Two New Full-Time Members. Blabbermouth.net. June 6, 2013. August 12, 2014.
  4. Web site: THE ACACIA STRAIN To Record A New Album In March. Metal Injection. January 13, 2014. August 12, 2014.
  5. Web site: THE ACACIA STRAIN Finishes Their New Record. Metal Injection. April 17, 2014. August 12, 2014.