Massacra was a seminal French death/thrash metal band that surged onto the scene in the late 1980s. Founded by guitarists Fred Duval (aka Fred Death) and Jean-Marc Tristani, bassist Pascal Jorgensen, who also took on vocal duties, and drummer Chris Palengat, the band quickly established itself with an aggressive and raw sound that was underlined by political and socially conscious lyrics. Their debut album, "Final Holocaust," released in 1990, set the tone for a relentless discography that would come to define their sound and earn them a place among the European extreme metal elite.

Over the years, Massacra evolved, never shying away from pushing the boundaries of their music, which included incorporating more technical proficiency and melodic elements. Albums such as "Enjoy the Violence" (1991) and "Signs of the Decline" (1992) showcased their sonic brutality allied with precision musicianship, securing the band a cult following. Despite lineup changes and the tragic death of founding member Fred Duval in 1997, the band left a lasting impact on the underground metal scene. Their later works—like "Sick" (1994) and "Humanize Human" (1995)—continued to exhibit their development as musicians and songwriters until their disbandment. The legacy of Massacra is preserved in their influence on subsequent generations of metal bands, and it's revisited by fans through reissues such as "Day Of The Massacra" and remastered versions of their earlier, groundbreaking work.

Genres

Black Thrash

Death Metal

Deathrash

French Death Metal

French Metal

Latest Release

Enjoy the Violence (Reissue + Bonus)

Massacra

Album - 15 Tracks - Released June 3, 2014