I’m really surprised Russian Circles hasn’t been mentioned yet. They’re a “post-metal” band according to Wikipedia, whatever the fuck that is, but their first album 'Enter is amazing.

Back in 07’, I went to a record shop in town every few weeks and would pick up 2-3 CDs. In an attempt to find new shit nobody had heard of, before buying anything, I would check with the clerk to see if they had heard of the band. If they had, I went and put the CD back, if not, I’d take it home with me. ‘Enter’ came out just a few months before, and I was lucky enough to grab a copy. I wore that CD out before some assholes stole my CD wallet from my truck.

If you’re out there, CD wallet thief, I’ve never forgiven you, and wish you many pains.

Banana slug mucus makes your tongue go numb, and they aren’t half bad when cooked/cleaned properly! (I went to a living history camp as a kid)