Kill Ritual

Kill Ritual is a California-based heavy metal band that’s been cranking out riff-heavy tunes since forming in the San Francisco Bay Area in 2010. Founded by former Dark Angel guitarist Steven D. Rice and drummer Wayne De Vecchi (ex-Death Angel), the band blends thrash, traditional metal, and hard rock with a modern edge. Known for aggressive guitar work, melodic vocals, and lyrics that dive into dark themes, they’ve built a solid discography, including albums like *The Serpentine Ritual* (2012) and *Karma Machine* (2022). Recent singles like *Thy Will Be Done* and *By The Hand Of God* showcase their knack for anthemic hooks and headbanging grooves, while tracks like *Angels in Black* keep their sound rooted in classic metal energy. With a rotating lineup anchored by Rice’s songwriting, Kill Ritual continues to deliver loud, unapologetic metal for fans of bands like Judas Priest or Testament.

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In My Head
Album - 10 Tracks - Released November 21, 2025
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