Viral Load is a relentless force in the underground death metal scene, known for their uncompromising sound and visceral lyrical content. Formed in the late 1990s by Shawn Whitaker, who is both the vocalist and guitarist, this Texas-based outfit quickly established themselves among extreme music aficionados with their debut album "Practitioners of Perversion." The band leans into themes that are darkly humorous and grotesque, delivering a relentless auditory assault that pushes the boundaries of the genre.

Their discography is a testament to the enduring spirit of underground metal, with releases like "Brutalized Beyond Belief" and "Hillbilly Whore Hackin' Revival" showcasing their capacity for crafting brutal, often gory, sonic landscapes. Viral Load has also engaged in collaborations, demonstrated by the "Split - EP," which allows them to share their blistering tracks with an even wider audience. In more recent years, albums such as "Decade of Deepwoods Debauchery" and singles like "Not Dead Yet" affirm that Viral Load’s well of creative ferocity is far from running dry, continuing to feed the appetites of extreme metal fans worldwide with their brand of pulverizing riffs and relentless percussion.