Vital Remains

Vital Remains is an American death metal band formed in 1988, known for brutal, extreme compositions and blasphemous lyrical themes. Key albums include Dechristianize and Icons of Evil.

Icons of Evil (2007) features guest vocals by Glen Benton (credited in reviews). The album's production is credited to Erik Rutan in contemporary sources and reviews. Dave Suzuki is noted in reviews for guitar solos on Icons of Evil. The band's themes frequently include anti-Christian/blasphemous lyrics.

The available review praises Icons of Evil as a devastating extreme metal record driven by inhuman-speed drums, cavernous vocals (Glen Benton) and long melodic guitar solos by Dave Suzuki. Erik Rutan's production is highlighted. Lyrics are noted as consistently blasphemous and potentially monotonous. Recommended for fans of brutal death.

For:Fans of extreme/death metal and collectors of brutal death releases