Possessed - Revelations of Oblivion PRIDE cutting by Jason Mitchell at

cutting by Jason Mitchell at Loud Mastering under the guidance of longtime PJ Harvey producer Head

Ensiferum is a true powerhouse when it comes to folk-inspired melodic death metal

The band became famous as a 'gore' band - using extreme images on album sleeve and in lyrics

Flogging Molly is led by Irish vocalist Dave King

This band went on such a prolific streak of songwriting magnificence that unknown gems were bound to slip through the cracks

Possessed - Revelations of Oblivion PRIDE cutting by Jason Mitchell atThere was a time in which genuine power was felt erupting from the sonic landscape that is now referred to as "old school" death metal. It's genesis was filled with a fresh and vibrant energy and it was the mighty Possessed who initially breathed life into this new and exciting genre. With writing that started in 1982, the first official death metal band created the now classic record "SEVEN CHURCHES" and established the face of the genre permanently.