Hate Eternal is an American death metal band founded by guitarist/vocalist Erik Rutan. The band is known for fast, technical and brutal death metal, frequent lineup changes, and Rutan's work as a musician and producer. Rutan was previously a member of Morbid Angel and earlier played in Ripping Corpse.

Founder and primary songwriter: Erik Rutan (ex-Morbid Angel). Reviews note major lineup changes and cite a 2008 lineup featuring Alex Webster (bass), Jade Simonetto (drums) and Shaune Kelley (guitar) on Fury & Flames. Major albums discussed on DeBaser include Conquering the Throne, I, Monarch, Fury & Flames and Phoenix Amongst the Ashes.

DeBaser reviews praise Hate Eternal's technical, high‑speed brutal death metal and Erik Rutan's songwriting and vocals. Reviewers highlight tight performances, impressive solos and shifts in tempo across albums. Key releases discussed include I, Monarch; Fury & Flames; and Phoenix Amongst the Ashes.

For:Fans of technical, brutal death metal and followers of Erik Rutan and the Florida death metal scene.

 New album for Hate Eternal, and a new lineup.

  Discover the review

 Erik Rutan yearns to ascend to the throne of death metal, eagerly wanting to elevate his Hate Eternal above all other bands in the genre.

  Discover the review

 Hate Eternal is a brutal death metal band originally from Florida.

  Discover the review
You and Hate Eternal
Who knows Hate Eternal?
Loading...