Cephalic Carnage

American experimental death metal band

Cephalic Carnage is an American deathgrind band from Denver, Colorado, formed in 1992. They are known for their experimental and technically proficient style, which fuses elements of death metal, grindcore, and other genres such as jazz and progressive rock. The band's lineup has seen changes over the years, but it has consistently featured founder and vocalist Lenzig Leal. Cephalic Carnage has released several albums that have contributed to their reputation within the extreme metal community. Their debut album "Conforming to Abnormality" was released in 1998, showcasing their avant-garde approach to metal. This was followed by "Exploiting Dysfunction" in 2000, which further cemented their status for complex compositions and musical proficiency. In 2005, they released "Anomalies," an album that continued to push the boundaries of their sound with a blend of aggression and technicality. The band has been associated with labels such as Relapse Records and has toured extensively, participating in festivals and sharing stages with other prominent acts in the metal scene.