Locust Star is a split EP between Oakland bands Neurosis and Tribes of Neurot released in 1996 through Relapse Records as a CD and a promo.
[1][2] Unlike most split releases, both groups involved with this EP are composed of the same members.
This split includes a shortened edit of the song that was distributed to radio stations as a promotional.
[5] Musically, "Locust Star" is an aggressive post-metal song that has since been recognized as one of Neurosis's signature tracks.
[6] A music video for "Locust Star" directed by Neurosis and Andrei Rozen was released in 1996.