Merauder (USA)

Back after not having played in the Netherlands for more than 10 years!

Brutal metalcore can hardly sound more muscular than Merauder. Founded in 1990, Merauder made a name for themselves on tour with Biohazard. Six years later, we knew for sure: Merauder is here to stay. Their debut album, "Master Killer," delivers an explosive blend of hardcore and (thrash) metal and remains one of the best in the subgenre.

The influence on the current hardcore and metalcore scene is clearly audible in bands like Hatebreed and Terror. Heavy riffs, raw screams, and frantic drum and bass orgies inspire jumping, pogoing, and slam dancing. "I the master killer, strike you down. Can't be defeated, I own the crown." And that's exactly how it is...