Bolt Thrower
- Type: Band/Group
- Country: United Kingdom
- Born: September 1986 in Coventry, England, United Kingdom
- Active: 1986 - 2016
Biography
Bolt Thrower was an influential British death metal band formed in Coventry, England, in 1986, known for their war-themed lyrics, heavy, mid-tempo sound, and consistent dedication to the genre. Inspired by punk and metal, they released eight studio albums, including classics like Realm of Chaos (1989) and Those Once Loyal (2005). The band officially disbanded in 2016 following the death of longtime drummer Martin Kearns.
Genres
Bolt Thrower Discography
- In Battle There Is No Law! (1988) - Album - rated 3.55/5
- Realm of Chaos (1989) - Album - rated 3.71/5
- War Master (1991) - Album - rated 3.93/5
- The IVth Crusade (1992) - Album - rated 3.63/5
- ...For Victory (1994) - Album - rated 3.89/5
- Mercenary (1998) - Album - rated 3.79/5
- Who Dares Wins (1998) - Compilation
- Honour · Valour · Pride (2001) - Album - rated 3.33/5
- Those Once Loyal (2005) - Album - rated 3.96/5
Members
- Barry Thomson - guitar (1986–2016)
- Gavin Ward - guitar, bass (1986–2016)
- Jo Bench - bass (1987–2016)
- Karl Willetts - vocals (1987–1994; 1997–1998; 2004–2016)
- Martin Kearns - drums (1994–1997; 1999–2015)
- Andrew Whale - drums (1986–1994)
- Dave Ingram - vocals (1998–2004)