Thrash metal
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Thrash metal is an extreme subgenre of heavy metal music characterized by its overall aggression and fast tempo. The songs usually use fast percussive beats and low-register guitar riffs, overlaid wit
Kirk Hammett and James Hetfield of Metallica (pictured in 2008). Metallica's early work is regarded as essential to the development of the thrash metal genre in the 1980s.
New York band Anthrax was among the earliest and most successful thrash acts.
Venom's early work is considered a major influence on thrash metal.
Slayer released Reign in Blood in 1986, considered a landmark achievement in the genre's history.
Overkill (band)
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Overkill is an American thrash metal band, formed in 1980 in New Jersey. They have gone through many lineup changes, leaving bassist D.D. Verni and lead vocalist Bobby "Blitz" Ellsworth as the only re
Overkill performing in 2024
Bassist D.D. Verni (right) gave frontman Bobby Ellsworth the nickname "Blitz" due to his over the top lifestyle.
Overkill live at the Whisky a Go Go in 2005
Jason Bittner was the drummer of Overkill from 2017 to 2024.