Dark Angel with Void, Sacred Reich, and more

Columbia, MD band Void: early hardcore/metal crossover on Dischord (Ian MacKaye); cult D.C. chaos—tortured vocals, shriek guitar; Bubba Dupree later w/ Soundgarden, Moby, Probot.

Sacred Reich, from Phoenix, Arizona, is a thrash metal band known for political lyrics and a satiric edge. Key albums include Ignorance and The American Way. They made a comeback in 2019 with Awakening, featuring Phil Rind and Wiley Arnett. The band has played high-profile shows like Wacken Open Air.

Hirax, from Buena Park, CA, formed in 1984, is a notable thrash metal band led by Katon W. DePena. Known for high-pitched vocals and short, hardcore-influenced songs, they released key albums like *Raging Violence* and *Hate, Fear and Power*. Despite early struggles, their cult following grew. Collaborations include Scott Owen, Ron McGovney, and former D.R.I. drummer Eric Brecht. Revived in 2000, they released *The New Age of Terror* in 2004, solidifying their place in speed and thrash metal history.