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Bio:
A five piece death metal band hailing from different areas of
Massachusetts. Drawing influence from hundreds of various death
metal, black metal, thrash metal and grindcore acts, we aim to play
the music that we love, as well as create a unique sound in the
footsteps of our mentors.
Scalpel began in mid 2008, after the disbanding of Greg and Taylor's
previous band, Morturion. It started out as nothing but a two-man
studio project, the original intention being to play raw as fuck, dirty,
disgusting old school death metal. As time passed, and Taylor
reunited with old friend Manny Egbert at the Berkelee Summer Guitar
Sessions, the decision was made to recruit Manny and begin making
this thing serious. With the new addition, we began writing
immediately. We began the search for drummers and bass players,
and although the first few weeks were unsuccessful, we eventually
came across Matt Closter. After a few practices, his incredible ability
to learn quickly and ridiculous progressive drumming techniques
proved that he was indeed the man for the job. Unfortunately, after
several months of practicing and the recording of our 'Human Slaw'
demo, Matt left the band due to complications concerning his job. We
needed one more place to fill and that was bass. We had heard
Evan's Death Metal project, Scaphism, and were blown away. So
naturally, we asked him to join. However, after many months of
playing with Scalpel, Evan parted ways due to conflicting time
commitments between playing with Scalpel and playing his now full
band, Scaphism. Good friend Mike Romero was then asked to fill the
spot of bassist, and now plays with Scalpel with unwaivering
dedication. After time and time again of drummer replacement and
failure, we recruited old time friend Ben Kelly into the lineup after he
helped us out for the Summer Slaughter festival. Now, as a full band,
we intend to break as many barriers in music as we possibly can, as
well as show the world that death metal is here to stay. Come to our
shows, listen to our shit, learn the words and love the tunes. Help
spread the word and we will keep giving all you sick bastards
something to feel nauseous to.
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