Suffocation and Sanguisugabogg

Sanguisugabogg, originating from Columbus, Ohio, delivers brutal death metal with a distinctive "caveman" style. The band is known for savagely downtuned, heavy grooves and grotesque, often tongue-in-cheek lyrical themes. Their discography includes notable albums such as Tortured Whole, Homicidal Ecstasy, and Hideous Aftermath. Popular songs like "Dead as Shit" and "Abhorrent Contraception" exemplify their unique, drug-infused death metal sound. They are recognized for their intense performances and singular approach to the genre.

NY brutal/technical death metal pioneers; “Effigy of the Forgotten” shaped death/grind. Key releases: “Breeding…,” “Pierced…”. Billboard Heatseekers #2 (“Blood Oath,” “Pinnacle”).