Gateway

'Gateway' is widely regarded as a quintessential album in the stoner/sludge metal genre. The Wisconsin band's third full-length is a monolithic ode to marijuana, characterized by its incredibly thick, fuzzy, and down-tuned guitar riffs. The album's lumbering pace, blues-drenched grooves, and Mike "Muleboy" Makela's signature harsh vocals perfectly encapsulate the band's sound, making it a landmark release for the scene.