Gallhammer

Japanese all-female extreme metal trio from Tokyo; name inspired by Hellhammer. Members listed in reviews: Mika Penetrator (vocals, guitar), Vivian Slaughter (vocals, bass), Risa Reaper (drums, vocals).

Ill Innocence (reviewed here) was recorded with guidance from Nocturno Culto and released on Peaceville Records. Reviews describe the band as blending black metal, punk and doom with clear production.

DeBaser reviews of Ill Innocence highlight Gallhammer as a Tokyo female trio blending black metal, punk and doom. Production and sound clarity are praised, as is bold genre-mixing; the overall reception is mixed. Notable facts in reviews: guided by Nocturno Culto and released on Peaceville.

For:Listeners who like black metal fused with punk and doom, and readers interested in experimental extreme metal by an all-female Tokyo trio.