Atomic Witch

**Atomic Witch** is a death/thrash metal band from Cleveland, Ohio, known for blending aggressive thrash metal with death metal elements and melodic vocal flourishes reminiscent of classic metal influences like King Diamond. Starting out as Bulk & Skull in 2012 before changing their name in 2016, the quintet—featuring Greg Martinis (vocals), Jesse Shattuck (guitar/vocals), Jonah Meister (guitar), David McJunkins (bass), and Nick Amato (drums)—has developed a distinct sound that mixes sharp thrash riffs, blast beats, and both guttural and higher-pitched vocals. Their album *Crypt of Sleepless Malice* (2022) and the follow-up *Death Etiquette* (2025) showcase their ability to balance aggressive intensity with melodic twists, earning them recognition in the metal underground for their dark, morbid themes and energetic delivery.

Their music is tailor-made for fans of spookier, autumnal metal vibes, often drawing comparisons to early ’90s thrash and death metal hybrids. Tracks such as "Morgue Rat" and "Of Flesh & Chrome" highlight their vicious yet melodic approach, while their live and recorded work continues to captivate listeners seeking metal that’s both fierce and creatively dynamic. Atomic Witch remains a notable act in the Cleveland metal scene, forging a path with a sound that is both traditional and refreshingly aggressive.