Ektomorf

The Profile

Ektomorf are a Hungarian groove/thrash metal band formed in 1994 and known for tribal percussive elements, big choruses, and a sound strongly influenced by Sepultura/Soulfly. Their album Destroy was released on Nuclear Blast.

Formed in Hungary in 1994; led by Zoltán Farkas; music blends groove/thrash, hardcore and tribal/gypsy elements; themes include social issues and anti-racism; Destroy marked their first release on major label Nuclear Blast.

Hungary’s Ektomorf, active since 1994, deliver groove-heavy tribal thrash/hardcore strongly influenced by Sepultura/Soulfly. The review hails Destroy—released on Nuclear Blast—as a decisive step up, packed with percussive rhythms, abrasive guitars and big choruses. Lyrics touch social and anti-racist themes. Standout tracks cited include I Know Them, Destroy, Gypsy, Only God, and From My Heart. The reviewer gives it full marks and calls it their best.