Impaled is an American death metal band known for their penchant for gore-themed lyrics and the surgical precision of their musical execution. Formed in 1997 in Oakland, California, the group quickly gained notoriety within the underground metal community for their gruesome content and intricate songwriting. The band's lineup has undergone several changes through the years, but founding member Sean McGrath has been a consistent driving force behind their relentless sound.

Impaled's discography showcases a commitment to the extreme elements of death metal, with albums like "The Dead Still Dead Remain" (2013), which marked the return of vocalist Leon del Muerte for the first time since 2001’s “The Dead Shall Dead Remain”. This release captured the band's distinctive blend of morbid humor and musical brutality. Preceding this, "The Last Gasp" (2007) delivered a lethal dose of their technical prowess and macabre storytelling. Their critical acclaim began to escalate with the 2005 album "Death After Life", which featured tight musicianship and complex arrangements that solidified their reputation in the metal scene. Impaled's visceral approach to death metal and their dedication to shock and awe both lyrically and musically secures their place in the genre's gruesome pantheon.