Protomartyr’s 2023 release Formal Growth In The Desert is a compelling journey through personal loss, resilience, and rebirth. Recorded at Sonic Ranch in Tornillo, Texas, this music album blends the band’s signature gritty, Midwestern atmosphere with a lyrical depth that resonates long after each track ends.
- Features 12 gripping tracks including ‘Elimination Dances’ and ‘The Author’
- Produced by Jake Aron and steeped in symbolism reflecting emotional droughts and renewal
- A must-own record among the top alternative music albums to buy for fans of introspective, post-punk storytelling
- Perfect for collectors seeking cheap Protomartyr vinyl records with enduring cultural relevance
Whether you’re discovering the band or expanding your shelf of best indie rock albums 2023, this LP offers a sonic experience worth revisiting.
Lisa George (verified owner) –
A haunting and powerful journey. Each track feels emotionally honest and sonically daring. Easily one of the top alternative music albums to buy this year.
Timothy Bryant (verified owner) –
Picked up this LP after reading a few Protomartyr album reviews — it exceeded my expectations. Sounds incredible on vinyl!
Matthew Small (verified owner) –
Gritty, poetic, and unforgettable. The songs feel lived-in, like chapters from someone’s journal. One of the best indie rock albums 2023, without a doubt.