For over 25 years, Severe Torture has embodied the ethos of Brutal. Death. Metal. A genre-defining titan, they’ve held a commanding presence in the metal universe since 1997, blending intense performances with a relentless commitment to their visceral, raw sound. Born from the bowels of the Dutch underground, the band emerged onto the world stage with their debut album Feas ng On Blood, hailed as an epic watershed in the nascent wave of brutal death metal in 2001. Their hard-hi ng, merciless sound has since rippled across North and South America, Europe, and Mexico; their trail marked by five ground-breaking releases over the past quarter-century.

Remaining relevant in the ever-evolving realm of metal is no small feat, a task Severe Torture met by continuously levelling up. In pursuit of rejuvena on and to capture the aggression and energy befitting of a new era, they amicably parted ways with original drummer Seth in 2018, bringing Damiën Kerpen er into the fold. The move signified a new chapter for the seasoned ensemble, marking a seismic shi that breathed fresh air into their crea ve process, leading to some of their darkest, most profound work yet.

This invigorated spirit came to life in 2022 with the release of the EP Fis ng The Sockets – the band’s first release in an astounding 12 years. The record served as a triumphant herald for their resurgence, re-signing with Season of Mist and rekindling the flame of their brutal origins amidst a pandemic-stricken world.

Now, in 2024, Severe Torture is set to escalate to new heights of sonic savagery with their sixth full-length album, Torn from the Jaws of Death. Recorded at the infamous Torture Compound Studios, the album stands as a testament to the raw energy, blood, sweat, and relentless brutality that the band represents.From the aggressive whirlwind of riffs in The Death of Everything, to the haun ng black metal nuances of the tle track Torn from the Jaws of Death, the album is a death metal cogita on on murder, torture, and the madness of organized religions. Cra ed with an unwavering commitment to the genre, Torn from the Jaws of Death is a grim reflec on of the world, drenched in the band’s signature brutal death metal sound.

As the anticipation on mounts for the release of Torn from the Jaws of Death, you can be sure Severe Torture remains alive and thriving in the heart of brutal death metal, pushing boundaries, and refusing to bow to conventions. A quarter-century in, these stalwarts of the scene are just ge ng started. Stay tuned to witness their relentless progression as they continue their incessant march through the annals of metal history.

Severe Torture is:

Patrick Boleij – Bass

Thijs van Laarhoven – Guitars Left

Dennis Scheurs – Vocals

Damiën Kerpen er – Drums

Marvin Vriesde – Guitars Right & Leads