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“We’re losing work left and right,” sighs Lamb Of God bassist John Campbell. “We had a four-week European run cancelled, and a festival in May, and things in June too. Obviously people’s health is way more important than us playing some shows, but I’ll be very ready to get back out once that time comes. I imagine that people who are sitting at home quarantined are going to be ready to hear some live music too!”

The small matter of the pandemic aside, Campbell and his band are on fine form. Their new album, a self-titled effort indicating that it’s something of a career milestone, is a thoroughly enjoyable

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