Buzzov•en

The Profile

American sludge metal band formed in North Carolina in 1989 by Kirk "Reverend Dirtkicker" Fisher. Early and influential act in the sludge scene; Sore (1994) was released on Roadrunner Records.

Formed in North Carolina in 1989 by Kirk "Reverend Dirtkicker" Fisher. Disbanded in 1999 and later re-emerged (reviews note activity again by 2016). The band experienced lineup changes and has been associated in reviews with drug problems and with Fisher's bipolar disorder. Collaborators/lineup at times included members connected to the North Carolina sludge scene (mentions of T.Roy Medlin of Sourvein and Dave "Dixie" Collins of Weedeater in reviews).

DeBaser's reviews present Buzzov•en as a foundational sludge metal band from North Carolina. Reviewers highlight Sore and ...At A Loss as key records and praise the band's heavy, slow, violent sound. Kirk "Reverend Dirtkicker" Fisher is cited as the constant member and founding mind. Themes in the reviews include drug withdrawal, violence, and southern grime.