Cough / Windhand – Split- “Reflection of the Negative”

Originally released in 2013 through Relapse Records, Reflection of the Negative acts as a monumental collaborative statement showcasing Richmond, Virginia’s modern doom metal elite. This split release features a massive, single-track contribution from Cough paired with two substantial offerings from Windhand, capturing both outfits at an absolute creative peak. Imbued with the sluggish, agonizing pacing of Grief and the psychedelic, monolithic fuzz traditions pioneered by Electric Wizard and Black Sabbath, the record excels through its deliberate canvas of despair. Highlighted by the staggering length of Athame, the haunting, melodic vocal presence of Dorthia Cottrell on Amaranth, and the dense wall-of-sound guitar textures anchoring Shepherd’s Crook, the release remains a quintessential landmark for fans of down-tuned, occult-infused heavy music.

Track Listing:

1. Athame 18:30
2. Amaranth 7:25
3. Shepherd’s Crook 10:45