Akercocke

The Profile

Akercocke are a British blackened death metal band from London, formed in 1997 by vocalist/guitarist Jason Mendonça and drummer David Gray. Known for sharp suits, occult/erotic themes, and a fluid mix of black, death, and progressive elements, they issued key albums such as Choronzon (2003), Words That Go Unspoken, Deeds That Go Undone (2005), Antichrist (2007), and returned with Renaissance In Extremis (2017).

British extreme metal band from London formed in 1997 by Jason Mendonça and David Gray; active 1997–2012 and 2016–present; released material on Earache Records; noted for performing in suits and for occult/erotic lyrical themes.

DeBaser’s writers praise Akercocke’s British blackened death metal for its sonic ambition, satanic/erotic themes, and sharp musicianship. Choronzon, Words That Go Unspoken, Deeds That Go Undone, and Antichrist emerge as focal points, with standout tracks and dynamic vocals frequently noted. The band’s blend of black, death, gothic, and progressive touches is repeatedly highlighted.