Serpent Temptation, the 1988 debut by New Orleans death/thrash pioneers OPPROBRIUM (formerly known as Incubus) reissue for the first time in nearly thirty years!Released at the height of extreme metal's reign, Serpent Temptation has since been rightfully hailed as an underground classic for its innovation and ferocity. Undoubtedly one of the heaviest records of the 1980s. "Louisiana's first-ever death metal band. "Back in mid -1982, Moyses M. Howard (drums) and Francis M. Howard (guitar, vocals) moved from their native Rio de Janeiro, Brazil with their parents and settled down in New Orleans, USA. The band took interest in the newer underground metal and hardcore bands in the mid-80's, released a number of highly-regarded albums, and is still active today.
