''Apocalyptic Feasting'' is the second release and debut album by the

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band

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. It is the last release by the band to feature bassist Jeff Hughell and drummer Marco Pitruzella before their departure from Brain Drill during 2008.

History

In August 2007, Brain Drill signed a worldwide deal with

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, and shortly after the quartet composed of founding member, guitarist Dylan Ruskin, vocalist Steve Rathjen, bassist Jeff Hughell, and drummer Marco Pitruzella, recorded with producer Zack Ohren, their full-length debut at Castle Ultimate Studios, in

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Critical reception

''Apocalyptic Feasting'' was well received by critics, the reviewers wrote mostly praising the band's musicianship.

Track listing

Personnel

;Brain Drill * Jeff Hughell – bass guitar * Dylan Ruskin – guitar * Marco Pitruzella – drums * Steve Rathjen – vocals ;Production * Zack Ohren – producer, master, mixer * Pär Olofsson – artwork

References

{{Authority control 2008 debut albums Brain Drill albums Metal Blade Records albums Albums with cover art by Pär Olofsson