Witchpit is a four piece sludge metal band from South Carolina whose unorthodox approach pushes the genre in exciting new directions. Their sound fuses the influence of high powered stoner rockers like High On Fire with the more moody and thoughtful work of Neurosis. With a heavy dose of tone worship and a passion for vintage gear, the band is able to conjure up classic tones that serve to bring the sound to an exciting new place. "The Weight of Death" is Witchpit's debut album. The release fuses the influence of high powered stoner metal like High On Fire with the more moody and thoughtful work of Neurosis. With a heavy dose of tone worship and a passion for vintage gear, the band is able to conjure up classic tones that serve to bring this sound to an exciting new place. The release was recorded, mixed and mastered by: Phillip Cope (Kylesa/Oakskin) at the Jam Room. Cover art by Nino Andaresta.