Bolt Thrower was a prominent British death metal band, known for their war-themed lyrical content and heavy, relentless sound. The band formed in Coventry, England, in 1986 and quickly rose to underground fame with their first album, "In Battle There Is No Law," released in 1988. Their music stood out for its fusion of death metal intensity with elements of crust punk and grindcore. The band's name, derived from a weapon in the tabletop war game Warhammer Fantasy Battle, suitably reflects their long-standing fascination with conflict and battle, themes that consistently permeate their lyrics and album artwork.

Bolt Thrower's sonic arsenal evolved over the years, leading to a total of eight studio albums. Their work was characterised by the use of deep, growling vocals, grinding guitar riffs, and precise, militaristic drumming. Albums such as "War Master" and "The IVth Crusade" established the band's reputation for delivering a potent blend of aggression and melody. Their last studio album, "Those Once Loyal," released in 2005, was met with critical acclaim and is often cited as one of their finest achievements. Despite the tragic passing of drummer Martin "Kiddie" Kearns in 2015, and the subsequent decision not to continue, Bolt Thrower's legacy endures, with their music continuing to influence the death metal genre and enthrall new generations of extreme music fans.

Genres

British Death Metal

Brutal Death Metal

Death Metal

Deathgrind

Metal

Technical Death Metal

Related Artists

Carcass

Napalm Death

Megadeth

Slayer

Sepultura

Testament

Dismember

Death

Benediction

Asphyx

Entombed

Metallica

Latest Release

The Earache Peel Sessions

Bolt Thrower

Album - 12 Tracks - Released January 19, 2015