Biggest Stars

Carcass
Carcass
GBRDeath Metal

Carcass

GBRMetalDeath Metal
Napalm Death
Napalm Death
GBRGrindcore

Napalm Death

GBRMetalGrindcore
Dying Fetus
Dying Fetus
USADeath Metal

Dying Fetus

USAMetalDeath Metal
Gutalax
Gutalax
CZEGrindcore

Gutalax

CZEMetalGrindcore
Clown Core
Clown Core
USAGrindcore

Clown Core

USAMetalGrindcore
Cattle Decapitation
Cattle Decapitation
USADeath Metal

Cattle Decapitation

USAMetalDeath Metal
Pneumoslon
Pneumoslon
RUSAlternative Rock

Pneumoslon

RUSRockAlternative Rock
Captured! by Robots
Captured! by Robots
USAGrindcore

Captured! by Robots

USAMetalGrindcore
Mortician
Mortician
USADeath Metal

Mortician

USAMetalDeath Metal
Brujeria
Brujeria
MEXDeath Metal

Brujeria

MEXMetalDeath Metal
Ultra Vomit
Ultra Vomit
FRADeath Metal

Ultra Vomit

FRAMetalDeath Metal
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ZAFDeath Metal

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ZAFMetalDeath Metal
Oceano
Oceano
USAMetalcore/Deathcore

Oceano

USAMetalMetalcore/Deathcore
Pig Destroyer
Pig Destroyer
USAGrindcore

Pig Destroyer

USAMetalGrindcore
Full Of Hell
Full Of Hell
USAGrindcore

Full Of Hell

USAMetalGrindcore
Anaal Nathrakh
Anaal Nathrakh
GBRBlack Metal

Anaal Nathrakh

GBRMetalBlack Metal
Raised by Owls
Raised by Owls
GBRGrindcore

Raised by Owls

GBRMetalGrindcore
Benighted
Benighted
FRADeath Metal

Benighted

FRAMetalDeath Metal
Terrorizer
Terrorizer
USAGrindcore

Terrorizer

USAMetalGrindcore
Autopsy
Autopsy
USADeath Metal

Autopsy

USAMetalDeath Metal
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Nazi Punks Fuck Off
Nazi Punks Fuck Off
22.6K streams
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We Are a Menace to Society?
We Are a Menace to Society?
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Scum
Scum
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Amputee
Amputee
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Sex Drugs and Fecal Gore
Sex Drugs and Fecal Gore
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Infinite Realm of Incomprehensible Suffering
Infinite Realm of Incomprehensible Suffering
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Mari Membaca
Mari Membaca
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Flat Earth
Flat Earth
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You Will Never Be One of Us
You Will Never Be One of Us
13.7K streams
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Cold-Steel Kiss
Cold-Steel Kiss
13K streams
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Nazi Punks Fuck Off

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We Are a Menace to Society?

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Scum

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Sex Drugs and Fecal Gore

6

Infinite Realm of Incomprehensible Suffering

7

Mari Membaca

8

Flat Earth

9

You Will Never Be One of Us

10

Cold-Steel Kiss

Top Spotify Playlists

GRINDCORE
GRINDCORE
TeoDaCasteo
16.1K followers
This Is Napalm Death
This Is Napalm Death
Spotify
9.6K followers
grindcore/powerviolence/ thrashcore/hardcore/sludge
grindcore/powerviolence/ thrashcore/hardcore/sludge
Kevö Sacajaweeda Magnaghi
8.3K followers
The Sound of Grindcore
The Sound of Grindcore
The Sounds of Spotify
4.7K followers
Grindcore classics
Grindcore classics
milliskav
4K followers
The Sound of Pornogrind
The Sound of Pornogrind
The Sounds of Spotify
2.4K followers

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      • 7.2K
      1.1K
      Grindcore artists
      Spotify
      5.9M
      Streams on Spotify
      YouTube
      0
      Views on YouTube
      Radio Airplay
      7.2K
      Radio spins
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      Overview of Grindcore music

      Grindcore music emerged in the mid-1980s as a subgenre of extreme metal. It is characterized by its fast tempo, aggressive sound, and short song length.

      The genre was influenced by punk rock, hardcore, and thrash metal music. Grindcore's lyrical themes often address social and political issues, as well as violence and gore. Some bands in the genre have also incorporated elements of noise and experimental music into their sound.

      Grindcore quickly gained a reputation for being one of the most extreme forms of music, with its abrasive sound and confrontational lyrics. Despite its controversial nature, the genre has continued to attract a dedicated fan base and has influenced numerous other subgenres of metal and punk.

      Which musicians and bands defined Grindcore music?

      A few of the more influential grindcore bands include:

      Pig Destroyer, known for their blistering speed and ferocious intensity, deliver a sonic assault of rapid-fire riffs, guttural vocals, and relentless blast beats, epitomizing the essence of grindcore.

      Brutal Truth, with their raw and abrasive sound, blend elements of grindcore, punk, and death metal, creating a chaotic and unrelenting sonic chaos that pushes the boundaries of extreme music.

      Nasum, hailed as one of the pioneers of Swedish grindcore, unleash a whirlwind of aggression with their tight and precise instrumentation, brutal growls, and politically charged lyrics, leaving listeners in awe of their sheer intensity.

      Agoraphobic Nosebleed, with their short and explosive songs, showcase a blend of grindcore and electronic elements, resulting in a unique and cacophonous sonic experience that is both chaotic and mesmerizing.

      Terrorizer, one of the founding bands of grindcore, deliver a relentless barrage of aggressive guitar riffs, thunderous drumming, and savage vocals, leaving no room for respite in their intense and unyielding sonic onslaught.

      Which songs and albums defined Grindcore music?

      Some notable songs and albums in this genre are:

      Pig Destroyer's "Prowler In The Yard" album is a relentless onslaught of blistering riffs, guttural vocals, and frenetic drumming, showcasing the band's mastery of the grindcore genre.

      Brutal Truth's "Walking Corpse" is a sonic assault of aggressive guitar riffs, pummeling drums, and savage vocals, encapsulating the raw intensity of grindcore.

      Nasum's "Scoop" is a ferocious burst of blistering speed and aggression, with razor-sharp riffs, relentless drumming, and intense growls, capturing the essence of Swedish grindcore.

      Agoraphobic Nosebleed's "Altered States Of America" album combines elements of grindcore and electronic music, resulting in a chaotic and dissonant sonic experience that pushes the boundaries of the genre.

      Terrorizer's "World Downfall" album is a classic in the grindcore realm, featuring a whirlwind of furious riffs, relentless blast beats, and visceral vocals, delivering an unrelenting assault on the senses.

      Which music festivals and events represent Grindcore music?

      Some of the festivals and events that represent Grindcore include Obscene Extreme Festival, Maryland Deathfest, Bloodshed Festival, and Damnation Festival.

      Obscene Extreme Festival is an annual event that takes place in the Czech Republic and features a lineup of extreme metal bands, including many Grindcore acts.

      Maryland Deathfest is a multi-day festival held in Baltimore, Maryland, that showcases a variety of extreme metal genres, including Grindcore.

      Bloodshed Festival is an underground event held in the Netherlands that features a lineup of extreme metal bands, with a particular focus on Grindcore and related subgenres.

      Damnation Festival is an annual event held in the UK that features a diverse lineup of extreme metal bands, including many Grindcore acts.

      These festivals and events provide opportunities for fans of Grindcore to experience live performances by some of the genre's most influential and innovative artists.