Carcass is a pioneering force in the metal genre, whose influence can be traced through the rise of extreme music since their formation in 1985. Originating from Liverpool, England, the band, conceived by guitarist Bill Steer and drummer Ken Owen, ushered in a new era of death metal by juxtaposing morbid, medical-related imagery with intricate musicianship. Carcass initially gained attention in the underground scene for their gruesome lyrics and unrelenting sound, contributing to the birth and development of grindcore.

The band's propensity for evolving their craft kept them at the forefront of the metal world throughout the years, with their 1993 release "Heartwork" signifying a pivotal shift towards melodic death metal. This album cemented their status as innovators, influencing a multitude of bands within the genre. After disbanding in 1996 and leaving a legacy marked by their final album "Swansong," Carcass reformed in 2007 with renewed vigor. Their comebacks have been marked by critical acclaim, particularly for 2013's "Surgical Steel," an album that demonstrated their enduring relevance and ability to deliver cutting-edge metal. Continuing to wield their surgical precision in musicianship, Carcass dropped "Despicable" in 2020, a ferocious EP that serves as a precursor to the full-length album "Torn Arteries," released in 2021, which once again showcased their mastery in melding brutality with melody, confirming their legacy as a death metal leviathan.

Genres

British Death Metal

British Grindcore

Death 'n' Roll

Death Metal

Deathgrind

Goregrind

Melodic Death Metal

Metal

Speed Metal

Related Artists

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Immolation

Latest Release

Torn Arteries

Carcass

Album - 10 Tracks - Released September 17, 2021