Thanatos

**Thanatos** is a pioneering Dutch death metal squad that's been delivering brutal riffs since 1984, making them one of Europe's earliest forces in the genre. Formed in Rotterdam by guitarist/vocalist Stephan Gebédi and drummer Remo de Maaijer, these legends helped shape the sound of extreme metal with their raw, thrash-infused aggression. Their catalog – including face-melters like *Global Purrification* and *Realm of Ecstasy* – mixes apocalyptic themes with socio-political commentary, all while maintaining that unmistakable Old School Dutch Death Metal crunch.

Though they've weathered lineup changes and hiatuses over four decades, Thanatos remains a cult favorite, celebrated through reissues like *Justified Genocide* and anniversary releases such as *Four Decades of Death*. Their music strikes a perfect balance between nostalgia and relentless modernity, proving why they’re still revered by diehard death metal fans worldwide.

Genres

Death Metal

Thrash Metal

Speed Metal

Latest Release

Four Decades Of Death

Thanatos

Album - 12 Tracks - Released November 15, 2024