Atheist
- Type: Band/Group
- Country: United States
- Born: 1984 in Sarasota, Florida, United States
- Active: 1984 - present
Biography
Atheist is a death metal band from Florida, USA, founded in 1984 by vocalist/guitarist Kelly Shaefer, guitarist Rand Burkey, bassist *Roger Patterson*, and drummer Steve Flynn. The band is known for their technical playing style. Their album Unquestionable Presence (1991) is regarded as a landmark of the death metal genre. After dissolving in 1994, the band reformed in 2006. Discography: 1989 - Piece of Time 1991 - Unquestionable Presence 1993 - Elements 2009 - Unquestionable Presence: Live at Wacken 2010 - Jupiter
Genres
Atheist Discography
- Piece of Time (1990) - Album - rated 3.74/5
- Unquestionable Presence (1991) - Album - rated 4.38/5
- Elements (1993) - Album - rated 3.8/5
- Jupiter (2010) - Album - rated 3.56/5
Members
- Kelly Shaefer - lead vocals, guitar (1987–1994; 2006–Present)
- Yoav Ruiz-Feingold - bass (2019–Present)
- Jerry Witunsky - lead guitar (2023–Present)
- Alex Haddad - rhythm guitar (2023–Present)
- Dylan Marks - drums (2023–Present)
- Rand Burkey - guitar (1987–1994)
- Tony Choy - bass (1991–1994; 2006–2009; 2012–2018)
- Steve Flynn - drums (1987–1992; 2006–2023)