Nocturnus

American death‑metal band noted for early and prominent use of keyboards inside a death‑metal framework. Key members mentioned in the reviews include Mike Browning (drummer/vocalist, ex‑Morbid Angel), Louis Panzer (keyboards), and guitarists Mike Davis and Sean McNenney; Jeff Estes joined after The Key sessions.

Origin: Tampa, Florida, United States. Reviewed material emphasizes the band's sci‑fi/horror lyrical themes and innovative keyboard usage within death metal.

Two positive DeBaser reviews praise Nocturnus for pioneering keyboards and sci‑fi/horror atmospheres within death metal. The Key and Thresholds are singled out as essential listens. Reviewers note standout guitar work and unconventional songwriting, with some critique of drum performance.

For:Fans of technical/progressive death metal, listeners who appreciate sci‑fi/horror themes and prominent keyboards in heavy music.