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Possessed is an American heavy metal band, [1] [2] [3] 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, [ 4 ] and paved the way for the 1980s Bay Area thrash metal scene, along with Metallica , Exodus , Testament and Death Angel .
Often considered to be the first death metal band, Possessed are hailed as godfathers of the genre. The band was formed by guitarist Mike Torrao and drummer Mike Sus. Jeff Becerra from Blizzard and second guitarist Brian Montana came into the band soon ... Read more.
Jul 23, 2020 · The first in a three-album deal with new label Nuclear Blast, it’s a ferocious reclaiming of the death metal throne, full of newly minted hellish anthems and that unmistakable Possessed atmosphere, with Jeff’s feral bark front and centre, just as Satan intended.
Jun 13, 2019 · Possessed is a name that deserves it's place amongst the all-time greats, the definitive names that shaped heavy metal. But for one reason or another, through tragedy and piss poor luck, the...
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Possessed, the band that was destined to become the first-ever death metal band in the world. Taking their inspiration from the dark corners of the human psyche, Possessed was known for their blistering speed, relentless intensity, and the unforgettable growled vocals of Jeff Becerra.
Aug 14, 2023 · Possessed's debut album, Seven Churches, released on Combat Records in 1985, took the world by storm. There was no other album so extreme or brutal sounding at that time, outshining even genre classics like Slayer's Hell Awaits or Destructor's Maximum Destruction.
Mar 25, 2019 · POSSESSED - The Creation of Death Metal (OFFICIAL DOCUMENTARY Part 1) The band discusses the creation of "Death Metal" and POSSESSED. The New POSSESSED album "Revelations Of Oblivion" is out...
Possessed are by definition, the creators of Death Metal. Fans can expect POSSESSED's first a full-length release in 31 years, sometime in 2018.
From San Francisco, Possessed is often considered the first Death Metal band, and are responsible for naming the sub-genre. Their debut album Seven Churches is considered a seminal.
