Introducing NEFARIOUS - Bay Area Thrash Reborn!

From San Francisco’s legendary metal scene emerges Nefarious, a heavy metal powerhouse uniting some of the most seasoned and revered musicians in Bay Area Thrash! A few Thrash Metal masters got together to form an old school Bay Area band with some modern updates, blending melody, harmony with crushing riffs.

Leading the charge is Katon W. De Pena, the electrifying frontman known for his commanding presence and signature vocal intensity in Hirax. On guitars, the twin-axe assault is nothing short of legendary—Rick Hunolt (Diehumane, formerly of Exodus) and Doug Piercy (formerly Heathen, Anvil Chorus) unleash a relentless barrage of riffs and searing solos that define the essence of thrash metal’s golden era while pushing its boundaries forward.

Anchoring the band with a thunderous backbone is bassist Tom Gears (Blind Illusion, Ancient Mariner), whose low-end power drives the band’s relentless groove. Behind the kit, Will "Beastman" Carroll of Death Angel delivers a percussive assault that is both ferocious and exact, ensuring that every track hits with maximum impact.

Katon W. De Pena – Vocals (Hirax)

Rick Hunolt – Guitar (Diehumane, Ex-Exodus)

Doug Piercy – Guitar (Ex-Heathen, Anvil Chorus)

Tom Gears – Bass (Ancient Mariner, Ex-Blind Illusion)

Will Carroll – Drums (Death Angel)

Nefarious have announced their debut full length album “Addicted to Power” will be released July 18, 2025, followed by a record release show on July 19, 2025 at the DNA Lounge in San Francisco, CA with friends Hellfire headlining.