Possessed — artist
Possessed is a pioneering band in the death metal genre, originating from San Francisco, California. Formed in the early 1980s, they are often credited with helping to shape the sound and intensity of death metal, drawing influences from thrash metal bands like Slayer and Venom. Their music is characterized by fast tempos, aggressive guitar riffs, and growling vocals, which have become defining traits of the genre. Possessed's debut album, "Seven Churches," is frequently cited as a seminal work in the evolution of extreme metal.