Possessed
- Type: Band/Group
- Country: United States
- Born: 1983 in San Francisco, California, United States
- Active: 1983 - present
Biography
Possessed is a pioneering American death metal band formed in 1983 in San Francisco, widely considered the first true death metal band and a major influence on death/thrash metal. Known for fast, aggressive playing and frontman Jeff Becerra's growled vocals, they are best known for the 1985 classic debut Seven Churches.
Genres
Possessed Discography
- Seven Churches (1985) - Album - rated 3.73/5
- Beyond the Gates (1986) - Album - rated 3.34/5
- The Eyes of Horror (1987) - EP - rated 3.91/5
- Revelations of Oblivion (2019) - Album - rated 3.33/5
Members
- Jeff Becerra - vocals, bass (1983–1987; 2007–Present)
- Mike Torrao - guitar, vocals (1983–1987; 1990–1993)
- Mike Sus - drums (1983–1987)
- Larry LaLonde - guitar (1985–1987)