Defacement

Defacement is a blackened death metal band formed in Utrecht, Netherlands, in 2019. The group is notable for its international lineup, with members originally from Libya, Italy, Germany, and the Netherlands, which contributes to their unique and eclectic sound. Their music combines brutal and oppressive death/black metal foundations with avant-garde and experimental elements, resulting in a sound that stretches beyond traditional extreme metal boundaries. Their releases include full-length albums such as *Deviant* (2019), *Defacement* (2021), and *Doomed* (2025), among others like *Duality* and singles like *Worthless* and *Absent*. The band is well-regarded for its creative approach, blending harsh vocals, technical instrumentation, and diverse metal influences, gaining attention as one of the exciting acts in modern avant-garde metal.

Genres

Death Metal

Black Metal

Avant-garde

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Latest Release

Doomed

Defacement

Album - 8 Tracks - Released August 22, 2025