Avenged Sevenfold's raw and explosive debut album, Sounding The Seventh Trumpet, marks the beginning of one of modern metal's most influential careers. Released in 2002, this foundational release blends aggressive metalcore riffs, melodic sensibilities, and dynamic drumming that would come to define the band’s early sound. With themes of rebellion, existentialism, and spiritual defiance, the album captures the intensity and ambition of a young band pushing musical boundaries. Though initially self-released and later reissued with additional tracks, this version remains a cult favorite among fans and a crucial piece of Avenged Sevenfold’s evolution.

• Artist: Avenged Sevenfold
• Format: Audio CD
• Genre: Heavy Metal, Metalcore, Hard Rock

1. Warmness on the Soul – 3:45 2. We Come Out at Night – 4:13 3. Oblivion – 4:02 4. To End the Rapture – 5:42 5. Darkness Surrounding – 4:26 6. Unholy Confessions – 5:58 7. St. James – 4:18 8. Chapter Four – 4:49 9. Warmness on the Soul (Reprise) – 1:07 10. The Art of Subconscious Illusion – 10:12

• Release Date: July 24, 2001 (Original), Reissued 2002
• Country: United States
• Audio: Stereo, 16-bit / 44.1 kHz

• Media: 1 x CD
• Packaging: Standard Jewel Case

Formed in Huntington Beach, California in 1999, Avenged Sevenfold (often abbreviated as A7X) quickly rose from local gigs to global stardom with their genre-blending style that fuses metalcore, hard rock, and progressive elements. Known for theatrical live performances, intricate musicianship, and evolving sound, the band has released multiple platinum-selling albums including City of Evil and Nightmare. Despite tragedy with the loss of original drummer The Rev and later bassist James "The Rev" Sullivan, the band has persevered, becoming one of the defining acts of 21st-century heavy music.

• Recognized as a landmark debut in the early 2000s metalcore movement
• "Unholy Confessions" named one of the greatest metalcore songs of all time by Revolver Magazine