The Cauterized
The Cauterized are Death Metal purists. Unhindered by trends and constant redefinition of the genre, they remain true to the roots they sprung from: the Dark and Twisted roots of Death Metal.
Their style is uncompromising, a blistering whirlwind of furious blastbeats, razorsharp guitar melodies, grinding basslines and vocal brutalization.
Old School they are, not because their music could be labeled 'dated', but much more because of their staunch loyalty to the Death Metal style, their music a constant homage to the Pantheon of the Gods of Death Metal.
Carcass, Morbid Angel and Bolt Thrower come to mind when comparisons must be made. Yet The Cauterized also defies comparison, being entirely its own entity.
Musical ability and ruthless precision is an aspect of The Cauterized not to be underestimated. All well-versed in the Art of Metal and Masters of their instruments, The Cauterized do not lose sight of their Mission by entangling themselves in technicality or moving towards the progressive. Rather, they use their skills to bring audiences that which they desire: pure and unadulterated Death Metal.
No Quarter asked, No Quarter given.
The Cauterized had their beginnings in 2003, when bassist/vocalist Menno Verbaten (Lightning Swords Of Death), drummer Martin Karlsson (Blackshine) and guitarist Kosuke Hashida (Rise/Abysmal Dawn) forged an alliance while attending music college in Los Angeles. Recruiting from their peers a line-up of like minded spirits they recorded their first demo "SYMPHONIES OF INIQUITY", a fine example of their ability to combine ruthless Death Metal with outstanding musicianship.
'Symphonies Of Iniquity' was greeted with much enthusiasm from fans and underground press around the world, strengthening the band in their resolve to continue on their Iniquitous Campaign.
Since then The Cauterized have recorded three full length CDs, "HUNG BE THE HEAVENS WITH BLACK" (2006), released on Germany's Musicaz Records, "REBORN IN BLOOD" (2008) through Quadrivium Records and the "HERESIARCH" EP (2011).
The Cauterized is currently working on releasing new material, featuring Scott Fuller (Abysmal Dawn) on drums.
Their energetic live show has seen them play alongside the likes of Entombed, Obituary, Master, Atheist, Vital Remains, Nunslaughter and many more of Death Metal's biggest names.
The Cauterized is:
Menno Verbaten - Bass/Vocals
Kosuke Hashida - Guitar
Chris Velez - Guitar
Guest artists:
Drums on "SYMPHONIES OF INIQUITY" - Martin Karlsson
Drums on "HUNG BE THE HEAVENS WITH BLACK" - Manuel Steitz
Drums on "REBORN IN BLOOD" and "HERESIARCH" - Milton Rodriguez
What the Press has to say about The Cauterized:
"Death-Bangers need not hesitate to add this CD to their list of must-buys!"
-Legacy Magazine, Germany
"This is the real fucking deal, this is Death Metal nirvana!"
-SOD Magazine, USA
"'Hung Be The Heavens With Black' is a dynamic recording in the grand tradition of Morbid Angel and Carcass."
-Highwire Daze Magazine, USA
Their style is uncompromising, a blistering whirlwind of furious blastbeats, razorsharp guitar melodies, grinding basslines and vocal brutalization.
Old School they are, not because their music could be labeled 'dated', but much more because of their staunch loyalty to the Death Metal style, their music a constant homage to the Pantheon of the Gods of Death Metal.
Carcass, Morbid Angel and Bolt Thrower come to mind when comparisons must be made. Yet The Cauterized also defies comparison, being entirely its own entity.
Musical ability and ruthless precision is an aspect of The Cauterized not to be underestimated. All well-versed in the Art of Metal and Masters of their instruments, The Cauterized do not lose sight of their Mission by entangling themselves in technicality or moving towards the progressive. Rather, they use their skills to bring audiences that which they desire: pure and unadulterated Death Metal.
No Quarter asked, No Quarter given.
The Cauterized had their beginnings in 2003, when bassist/vocalist Menno Verbaten (Lightning Swords Of Death), drummer Martin Karlsson (Blackshine) and guitarist Kosuke Hashida (Rise/Abysmal Dawn) forged an alliance while attending music college in Los Angeles. Recruiting from their peers a line-up of like minded spirits they recorded their first demo "SYMPHONIES OF INIQUITY", a fine example of their ability to combine ruthless Death Metal with outstanding musicianship.
'Symphonies Of Iniquity' was greeted with much enthusiasm from fans and underground press around the world, strengthening the band in their resolve to continue on their Iniquitous Campaign.
Since then The Cauterized have recorded three full length CDs, "HUNG BE THE HEAVENS WITH BLACK" (2006), released on Germany's Musicaz Records, "REBORN IN BLOOD" (2008) through Quadrivium Records and the "HERESIARCH" EP (2011).
The Cauterized is currently working on releasing new material, featuring Scott Fuller (Abysmal Dawn) on drums.
Their energetic live show has seen them play alongside the likes of Entombed, Obituary, Master, Atheist, Vital Remains, Nunslaughter and many more of Death Metal's biggest names.
The Cauterized is:
Menno Verbaten - Bass/Vocals
Kosuke Hashida - Guitar
Chris Velez - Guitar
Guest artists:
Drums on "SYMPHONIES OF INIQUITY" - Martin Karlsson
Drums on "HUNG BE THE HEAVENS WITH BLACK" - Manuel Steitz
Drums on "REBORN IN BLOOD" and "HERESIARCH" - Milton Rodriguez
What the Press has to say about The Cauterized:
"Death-Bangers need not hesitate to add this CD to their list of must-buys!"
-Legacy Magazine, Germany
"This is the real fucking deal, this is Death Metal nirvana!"
-SOD Magazine, USA
"'Hung Be The Heavens With Black' is a dynamic recording in the grand tradition of Morbid Angel and Carcass."
-Highwire Daze Magazine, USA