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.

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Four Decades Of Death
Album - 12 Tracks - Released November 15, 2024
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  1. September 18, 2024