The Mars Volta "Amputechture" various artists Their first studio album

Their first studio album

for the first time in decades

as well as endless acclaim from both critics and fans alike

and then they called it a year

Many of these songs have become fan favorites from the live shows

The Mars Volta "Amputechture" various artists Their first studio albumAmputechture is the third studio album by American progressive rock band The Mars Volta, originally released in 2006. Produced by guitarist and songwriter Omar Rodriguez Lopez, the album marks the final appearance of drummer Jon Theodore, and is the first studio album to feature guitarist and sound manipulator Paul Hinojos, formerly of At the Drive In and Sparta.