When the idea of creating mixtape compilations involving underground & extreme metal as a means of helping to promote phenomenal bands who we collectively feel are criminally underrated or overlooked came to certain members of the Sociopathic Team, nobody could have ever imagined just how massively positive the community's response would become almost instantaneously. The first installment's popularity and number of downloads elevated the mix to an unimaginable level; it took approximately two weeks after its release for Vol. 1 to rival "big name" metal label releases. Upon searching for the most popular albums under the tags "grindcore", "death metal", & "black metal" here on Bandcamp, both Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 could be found within the top 5 - 10 spots. This wouldn't have ever happened without the support of the extreme metal community; it clearly consists of the greatest, most passionate fans of ANY music genre and for that we are infinitely grateful. But let's not forget none of this would have come to fruition without the bands also being enthusiastic and more supportive than anyone could ask for.

Without further adieu, Sociopathic Sound is proud to offer all of our wonderful supporters what we feel is the pinnacle of The Sociopathic Mixtape Series thus far; volume 3 consists of 81 bands who all, in one way or another, fit into the realm of "extreme metal". This installment is the most comprehensive in terms of the many genres it includes, which is precisely how we hoped it would end up being. Countless hours of work was put into this and we are happy to report that EVERY single band we aspired to represent has a place on this compilation.

Sociopathic Mixtape, Vol. 3 is dedicated to the fans, the bands, and the extreme/underground metal community as a whole. Everyone is sure to discover many new bands who you'll no doubt fall in love with, and while it's doubtful that every single individual who downloads this mixtape will adore all 81 songs/artists, we ask that you keep an open mind while listening to the vast array of metal found herein.

It goes without saying that if you enjoy a particular band, follow the links we have provided to keep up to date with new happenings, tour dates, album releases, and other pertinent information which is all right at your fingertips. The vast majority of these artists have Facebook & other social media pages, so go "LIKE" them, buy their merchandise, support them by attending shows and spreading their name amongst your friends, family, co-workers, and even the random people you meet at shows who, like all of us, are dedicated to learning about the best that the extreme metal scene has to offer. Trends may come and go, even within the spectrum of metal, but every one of the bands found on The Mixtape Series Volumes 1, 2, and 3 are here to stay, whether in their current incarnation or moving onto other projects in the same vein.

Please note the incredible effort which was put into this volume has a purpose behind it; our initial goal was to build a significant audience base prior to officially launching the main [dot com] website; it has been completed yet sitting "in limbo" since May, as we patiently awaited for enough fans & bands to recognize the Sociopathic Sound "brand". That said, this will be the final mixtape we compile for a bit of time because our focus now switches gears towards the main site. All that we have promised and more is soon to come and we hope you all continue to follow us in the pursuit of a more cohesive community; one where intellectual discourse takes precedence over inane & immature arguments that only create division amongst a community that once thrived in unity, sharing a mutual and collective passion for & dedication to our beloved form of music.

Share this album. Support the bands, the scene, and one another. If any fan, band, label, or promotional company wishes to get in touch with Sociopathic Sound, our various email addresses are listed under the descriptions for Volumes 1 & 2; you can also find us on almost every social media network out there. Most importantly, within the coming weeks, we invite you to join us at:

www.sociopathicsound.com

-The Sociopathic Team