Incantation is a name that has become synonymous with the American death metal scene, notorious for their dark atmospheres and relentless sonic brutality. Formed in 1989 by John McEntee and Paul Ledney in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, Incantation quickly established themselves as one of the frontrunners of the burgeoning extreme metal genre. Their music is characterized by menacing guttural vocals, heavily distorted guitars, and intricate drumming, combined with lyrical themes that explore the occult and the grotesque.

Over the years, Incantation has undergone numerous lineup changes, with guitarist and vocalist John McEntee remaining the only constant member, steadfastly leading the band through the ever-evolving landscape of heavy music. Their prolific output has resulted in a sizeable discography that boasts seminal albums, often cited as influential by numerous bands within the death metal community. Albums such as "Diabolical Conquest" and "Mortal Throne of Nazarene" cemented their status in the death metal pantheon, while more recent releases like "Sect of Vile Divinities" and "Profane Nexus" ensure that the band's unyielding vision continues to resonate with new generations of metal enthusiasts. Incantation's commitment to their art is further exhibited by relentless touring, presenting their malevolent hymns to devoted audiences worldwide and ensuring their legacy as one of death metal's enduring entities.

Genres

Black Metal

Black Thrash

Brutal Death Metal

Cavernous Death Metal

Death Doom

Death Metal

Deathgrind

New York Death Metal

Technical Death Metal

Thrash Metal

Voidgrind

Latest Release

Unholy Deification

Incantation

Album - 10 Tracks - Released August 25, 2023