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Start Date: March 27, 2015
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The Mars Volta Amputechture (Limited Edition Numbered 2 x 180g Red/Gold Vinyl + poster) New & Sealed
 Amputechture is the third studio album by American progressive Rock band The Mars Volta, originally released in 2006. Produced by guitarist and songwriter Omar Rodriguez-Lopez and spearheaded by vocalist Cedric Bixler-Zavala, the album marks the final appearance of drummer Jon Theodore, and is the first studio album to feature guitarist and sound manipulator Paul Hinojos, formerly of At The Drive-In and Sparta. The album also features Red Hot Chili Peppers’ John Frusciante on rhythm and lead guitars, whose presence leaves Rodriguez-Lopez open for more intricate work on production, which resulted in a heavy and dynamic record. 

The Mars Volta remain continual contenders for the mantle of most experimental high-profile metal groups. They push the boundaries of extreme production, like with their long periods of dynamics that rise ever higher, followed by an explosion of release. Amputechture is a near-legendary release by one of the most intriguing bands in Rock.

The first 3000 copies are hand numbered and are pressed on gold/red vinyl and housed in a gatefold sleeve. Included is a custom-made 30 x 60cm poster by band art designer Jared Connor, who has designed many concert posters for The Mars Volta.
SIDE A 1. Day Of The Baphomets 2. El Ciervo Vulnerado  SIDE B  1. Vermicide
2. Meccamputechture SIDE C       1. Asilos Magdalena
2. Viscera Eyes
 SIDE D  
1. Vicarious Atonement
2. Tetragrammaton
  Released by Music On Vinyl Cat.no. MOVLP1116.

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