


Death was among the more widely known, early pioneers of the death metal sound along with California's Possessed. Biography Early history (1983–1987)įounded in 1983 by Chuck Schuldiner under the original name of Mantas in Orlando, Florida. The band ceased to exist after Schuldiner died of brain cancer in December 2001, but remains an enduring metal brand. Its debut album, Scream Bloody Gore, has been widely regarded as the first death metal record, while the band's driving force, Chuck Schuldiner, is acknowledged as the originator of extreme metal.

Death is considered to be one of the most influential bands in heavy metal and a pioneering force in death metal. Lost Planet 1: Extreme Condition ĭeath was an American death metal band from Orlando, Florida, founded in 1983 by guitarist and vocalist Chuck Schuldiner. Dark Souls 1: Prepare to die ĭark Souls 2: Scholar of the First Sin ĭark Souls 3: The Fire Fades Edition
