Hellhammer

Hellhammer was a pioneering Swiss extreme metal band formed in 1982, known for their raw sound and influence on black metal and death metal genres. They combined aggressive, fast-paced riffs with themes of darkness and chaos, often using distorted guitars, guttural vocals, and harsh drums. Although their active period was short, their innovative style and DIY ethic significantly impacted the development of extreme metal. Hellhammer's work laid the foundation for bands like Celtic Frost and early black metal acts, making them a cornerstone in the evolution of heavy, extreme music.