May 3, 2025 at 2:30 PM · The Comedy Chateau (Yorick Showroom), Los Angeles, CA The Comedy Chateau (Yorick Showroom), Los Angeles, CA
Skitz
1 concert
Genre: Hip-Hop/Rap, Urban
Adelaide, Australia – Saturday May 3rd 2025 – Prepare for the ultimate blitzkrieg of pure, unrelenting extreme metal chaos as Matt “Skitz” Sanders, one of the most brutal and influential drummers in the history of underground metal, delivers his final, devastating performance at METAL TO THE GRAVE. This is not just a show – it is a sonic onslaught, a ceremonial obliteration of the mainstream, and a ferocious tribute to the underground that Skitz has helped forge.
The Line-Up will Include Diabolic Rites, Destruktor, Demoninacht, Hell Machine, Oath of Damnation, Persecution, Spectral Dominion & Tzun Tzu.
The event will take place at the JIVE on Saturday May 3rd 2025, and promises to be an explosive, skull-crushing farewell to a career spanning nearly four decades of extreme metal carnage.
For nearly four decades, Matt Sanders has been the unholy heartbeat of the extreme metal scene. From his pioneering work with Damaged, Sadistik Exekution, Hobbs Angel of Death, Abramelin, Blood Duster, Gravetemple, and countless other boundary-pushing projects, Skitz’s ferocious blast beats, double-kick annihilation, and relentless precision behind the kit have redefined the art of percussion in the extreme metal world.
His contributions have reverberated through the hallowed halls of the underground, leaving a trail of obliterated eardrums and shredded amplifiers in his wake. This will be the final time that Matt Sanders steps behind the kit for a live performance, and he’s vowed to go out with the raw, unbridled force that fans have come to expect.
But he’s not doing it alone. Skitz has personally curated an apocalyptic lineup of bands who share his commitment to pure aggression, brutality, and underground integrity. Prepare to be pummeled by the unrelenting riffs, blast beats, and guttural growls of an army of extreme metal warriors. No genre is safe. This is extreme metal in its purest, most unadulterated form.
“After nearly four decades behind the kit, countless shows around the world, and a lifetime of unforgettable memories, I have made the difficult decision to retire from playing live. This isn’t a decision I’ve taken lightly – it’s something I’ve been contemplating over the past year for many personal and professional reasons.”
“Drumming has been my life’s passion, and the journey it has taken me on is something I could never have imagined. From the sweat-soaked stages of underground venues to the massive festivals, I’ve been privileged to share this wild ride with incredible bandmates, loyal fans, and a thriving community that has supported me every step of the way.”
“The time has come, however, for me to step back and hang up the drumsticks when it comes to live performances. While I may no longer be behind the kit on stage, my love for music and the extreme metal scene remains as strong as ever.”
“To everyone who has come to a show, banged their heads, or shared this journey with me: thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your energy and support have made it all worthwhile. This isn’t goodbye – just a new chapter.”
Skitz’s legacy in extreme metal cannot be overstated. He has been a central force in the formation of Hate-Core and Grind subgenres, an architect of sonic devastation who has brought the fury of underground acts to audiences around the globe. With world tours, festival appearances, and relentless studio work with Destroyer 666, Funerary Pit, Cemetery Urn, Humonic, Insidious Torture, and more, Skitz has become a living legend among extreme metal’s most devout followers.
Get ready for the final blast!METAL TO THE GRAVE – an explosive, no-holds-barred farewell to the live stage.The storm is coming. Stay brutal. Support the underground. Murder the mainstream.
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