Dismember is an iconic Swedish death metal band, known for their pivotal role in shaping the distinct sound of Scandinavian metal in the early 1990s. Formed in Stockholm in 1988, the group emerged from the same fertile scene that gave rise to bands like Entombed and Grave, helping to define the burgeoning genre with their buzzsaw guitar tones, ferocious drumming, and guttural vocals. Dismember's sound is often characterized by its uncompromisingly heavy, yet melodic approach, rooted in the traditional death metal themes of mortality, darkness, and decay.

Their debut album, "Like An Ever Flowing Stream," released in 1991, is widely regarded as a landmark record in death metal, casting a long shadow over the genre with its brutal yet intricate compositions. Over the years, Dismember has maintained a consistent presence in the extreme metal scene, releasing numerous albums that stayed true to their aggressive roots while also showcasing their musical evolution. Albums like "Indecent & Obscene" and "Massive Killing Capacity" further solidified their reputation, garnering legions of fans worldwide. After a three-year hiatus, the band reunited in 2019 and continues to wield considerable influence, as evidenced by the 2023 remaster of their seminal work, "Death Metal," reminding fans new and old of their enduring legacy.

Genres

Black Metal

Brutal Death Metal

Death Metal

Deathgrind

Swedish Death Metal

Swedish Metal

Thrash Metal

Related Artists

Entombed

Carnage

Grave

Obituary

Bolt Thrower

Unleashed

Carcass

Dark Tranquillity

Therion

In Flames

Autopsy

Amon Amarth

Latest Release

Death Metal (Remaster 2023)

Dismember

Album - 17 Tracks - Released September 29, 2023