Assimilation

Assimilation is a death metal band hailing from Vancouver, Canada, known for their relentlessly crushing sound that blends old-school death metal with a powerful West Coast edge. Formed in 2012, the quartet features Jesse Jardine on vocals and guitar, Rene Wilkinson on guitar, and Stephen Shaw on drums. Their music is characterized by intense riffs and aggressive vocals, with recent releases like *Tainting the Purity*, *The Laws of Power*, and *Apotheosis* showcasing their appetite for heavy, uncompromising metal that pushes the genre forward while honoring its roots. They often approach their craft with a laid-back attitude, reportedly enjoying beers as they create their punishing soundscapes.