Macabre

American Murder Metal Pioneers

Macabre is an extreme metal band from Chicago, Illinois, formed in 1985. The band's music is a fusion of elements from death metal, thrash metal, and grindcore, often with a focus on serial killers, murders, and other macabre themes, which has led to them being categorized sometimes as "murder metal." The band's lineup has remained relatively stable over their career, with vocalist and guitarist Corporate Death (Lance Lencioni), bassist Nefarious (Charles Lescewicz), and drummer Dennis the Menace (Dennis Ritchie) forming the core of the group. Macabre has gained a cult following due to their unique blend of gruesome content and a somewhat humorous approach to their subject matter. They are known for their storytelling lyrics and intricate musicianship. Over the years, Macabre has released several albums that have solidified their position in the metal underground.