American grindcore band formed in 1997, known for short, intense songs, abrasive production, experimental sampling, and albums such as Terrifyer, Phantom Limb and Prowler in the Yard. Core members noted in reviews include J.R. Hayes (vocals), Scott Hull (guitar) and Brian Harvey (drums); Blake Harrison is mentioned for samples/noises.

Formed in 1997; associated with Relapse Records in reviews; notable members J.R. Hayes, Scott Hull, Brian Harvey, later adding Blake Harrison on samples; musical approach blends grindcore with death, thrash and noise influences; praised releases include Terrifyer and Phantom Limb.

DeBaser reviews present Pig Destroyer as a defining grindcore force: Terrifyer is called their masterpiece, Phantom Limb a matured synthesis mixing grind with death and thrash influences, and Prowler in the Yard as an early brutal-death-grind landmark. Reviews highlight short, intense songs, experimental samples, and vivid, often violent lyrical imagery. Overall critical reception on DeBaser is strongly favorable.

For:Fans of grindcore, extreme metal, and experimental noise; metalheads seeking intense, short-form albums.

 A naked woman lying on a bed of skulls, worms, and wilted flowers; if a picture is worth a thousand words, this stunning cover by John Dyer Baizley is worth at least a million...or perhaps just one: summary.

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 With a couple of compilations and a debut CD, Pig Destroyer has managed to create a new way of understanding grind.

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 38 tracks of pure sonic AGONY

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 The screeching guitar of Scott Hull and the powerful and relentless fury of the magnificent Brian Harvey behind the drums will make you fall in love with this little war machine.

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