The Obsessed is a rock band. A DAMN hard rock band. Since their formation in 1978, they have become known worldwide for their influential contribution to the origins and ongoing development of the doom metal and underground hard rock genres. The distinctive vocals and guitar artistry of founder and driving force Scott “Wino” Weinrich have left an indelible mark on the world of heavy music that continues to inspire.
The Obsessed gained momentum in the Baltimore/DC region of the U.S. in the early to mid-1980s, during the height of the hardcore punk movement. Often cited as the band that bridged heavy metal and punk, they earned the respect of heavyweight punk contemporaries such as Black Flag, The Bad Brains, and Minor Threat, to name a few. The Obsessed’s attitude and spirit have led many to view them as “America’s Motorhead.”
The band's latest album, *Gilded Sorrow*, released in early 2024 on Ripple Music, marks a new chapter in their history. The album promises to capture the essence of the band's classic sound while adding a fresh, new vibe with a double guitar attack.
