Slaughter to Prevail is one of the leading representatives of deathcore and extreme metal. Formed in 2014, the band has amassed fans worldwide.
Originally from Russia, in the city of Yekaterinburg, the band was conceived by the emblematic vocalist, Alex Terrible .
Influenced by the fusion of death metal, black metal, and hardcore, the Russian band is the result of a blend of styles. And the band's success is due not only to its brutal sound, but also to its visual style and stage presence.
The band will be landing in Brazil for the first time this March , bringing two shows that promise to be unforgettable for fans. More details at the end of the article.
While we await the day to see the band's debut in Brazil, Wikimetal has compiled a list of interesting facts.
The biggest Wall of Death in history belongs to Slaughter to Prevail.
During their performance at Hellfest 2024 , the band Slaughter to Prevail delivered one of the biggest Walls of Death ever seen.
Under the direction of Alex Terrible, the fans achieved a milestone in metal history by splitting themselves in two and colliding with each other.
Although there has been no official confirmation regarding the extent of the mosh pit as a world record, the moment was hailed by fans as one of the greatest of all time.
Problems with the church and accusations of occult practices.
One of the band's historical milestones involves the Russian Orthodox Church. The church was responsible for canceling several of the band's shows, accusing their music of having diabolical connotations ( via Loudersound ).
This stance generated a great deal of repercussion, especially on social media. It ended up functioning as a kind of unintentional marketing for the group.
The negative reaction from the church led to even greater exposure for the band, contributing to its significant growth online and increasing its fanbase. The band became a symbol of rebellion and artistic freedom.
The "cringe" origins of masks
The iconic masks from Slaughter to Prevail have a curious origin: they were created by Alex Terrible after he returned from the gym.
The vocalist's idea for the members to wear masks came about with the intention of conveying a striking image that matched the group. Even so, the suggestion wasn't well received by everyone, who found the idea "cringe" ( via No Jumper ).
Despite the initial rejection, Alex persisted, believing the accessory would help reinforce the band's identity. His insistence resulted in one of the most striking elements of their look.
Following the infamous episode of shows canceled by the Church, the band states that the choice of masks was not a response to the religious attacks they suffered, but rather an aesthetic decision to create a unique atmosphere and intensify their stage presence.
Inspired by bands like Slipknot and Mushroomhead , masks have become an essential part of their identity.
Musical influences of Slaughter to Prevail
Alex Terrible has mentioned in several interviews that the band was influenced by important names in deathcore, such as Suicide Silence , Bring Me the Horizon , and Carnifex .
With the album Kostolom , released in 2019, the band experimented with a stylistic shift by incorporating elements of nu metal with a strong Slipknot influence.
This transition was very well received by the public, bringing an even more diverse sound and combining the heaviness of deathcore with the aggression and intense atmospheres of nu metal.
The most listened to song
The band has several hits that have won over many fans, including songs that fill social media, but the title of most listened to goes to "Demolisher".
Considered Slaughter to Prevail's biggest hit, the song has accumulated over 90 million plays on digital platforms.
The 2017 song became a true anthem within the extreme metal scene, helping to solidify the Russian band as one of the leading forces in contemporary metal.
Counting down to their debut in Brazil, Slaughter to Prevail has shows scheduled and tickets can be purchased through Clube do Ingresso :
– March 27th in Curitiba/PR, at Tork n' Roll.
– March 29th in São Paulo/SP, at Vip Station.
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