IKILLYA

IKILLYA is a New York City-based metal act known for blending groove metal, thrash, and progressive elements with politically charged lyrics. Formed in the early 2010s, the band built a reputation for their aggressive yet technical sound and high-energy live shows, sharing stages with acts like Periphery and Fear Factory. Their releases, including *The AI EP* (2014) and *Vae Victis* (2013), often tackle themes of societal collapse, corruption, and human struggle, delivered through pummeling riffs and Jason Lekberg's visceral vocals. While maintaining a underground following, IKILLYA's music, like *War for an Idea* and *Recon*, reflects a DIY ethos fused with sharp social commentary, cementing their status as a fierce voice in the modern metal underground.