Whats the deal with you guys bitching about "sterile" production?
Theres some bands who have good production, and others who have crunchy production. Theyre both different sounds, and both are great for what they accomplish. Vomit The Soul's newest release may have had "sterile" production, but it was needed for the bass to be heard well in the mix, and every single instrument (including the vocalist) killed it. In a good way, of course.
I dont mind either production method. I just dont see why its such a big deal.