AS I LAY DYING – FRAIL WORDS COLLAPSE (2003)
FIRST PRINTING / ORIGINAL RELEASE
An original early pressing of one of the defining albums of 2000s American metalcore, released through Metal Blade Records in 2003.
Before metalcore became a mainstream force, Frail Words Collapse helped establish the crushing sound that would define an entire generation of heavy music.
Combining melodic death metal-inspired guitar work, relentless double-bass drumming, breakdowns, and aggressive vocals, this album became an essential release in the early-2000s metalcore scene.
Featuring fan favorites including:
• 94 Hours
• Forever
• The Beginning
• Falling Upon Deaf Ears
• Distance Is Darkness
• Elegy
For anyone who remembers the golden era of Headbangers Ball, underground hardcore shows, early MySpace metal bands, and discovering heavy music through physical CDs, this is a piece of that history.
FOR FANS OF:
Killswitch Engage, Unearth, All That Remains, Shadows Fall, Bleeding Through, and August Burns Red.
CONDITION AND IMPORTANT DETAILS:
• Original 2003 first-printing CD, as identified by the seller.
• CD itself is in great condition.
• Packaging is INCOMPLETE. Not all original inserts or artwork are included.
• Jewel case has visible cosmetic wear.
• Please carefully review all photographs before purchasing.
FREE brand-new replacement jewel case available upon request if the existing case is damaged.
FREE CD resurfacing available upon request if needed.
Any remaining original artwork and inserts will be preserved.
An excellent opportunity to own an early physical release of a landmark metalcore album without paying complete collector-copy prices.
Own the music. Preserve the scene.
