Vader is a Polish death metal band from Olsztyn. Formed in 1983, the group was founded by then-bassist Piotr "Peter" Wiwczarek and guitarist Zbigniew "Vika" Wróblewski. Vader went through several lineup changes over the years, with Wiwczarek as the only constant member. Since 2022, the band has comprised Wiwczarek on lead guitar and vocals, rhythm guitarist Marek "Spider" Pająk, bassist Tomasz "Hal" Halicki, and drummer Michał Andrzejczyk.
Vader playing in Rostock (2011)
From left: Wacław "Vogg" Kiełtyka, Paweł "Paul" Jaroszewicz, Piotr "Peter" Wiwczarek and Tomasz "Reyash" Rejek, 28 August 2009
Vader performing in 2015
Piotr Wiwczarek in ORWOhaus
Possessed is an American death metal band, originally formed in 1983. Noted for their fast style of playing and Jeff Becerra's growled vocals, they are often called the first band in the death metal genre, and paved the way for the 1980s Bay Area thrash metal scene, along with Metallica, Exodus, Testament and Death Angel. The band is also notable for featuring future Primus member Larry LaLonde, who was the guitarist for Possessed from 1984 to 1987.
Possessed performing live in 2017
Pinole Valley High School, the alma mater of Jeff Becerra, Larry LaLonde, Danny Boland and Michael Miner
Jeff Becerra at Finland's 2008 Jalometalli
Jeff Becerra 2008 at Jalometalli