Defamed

Defamed emerged in 2019 from the ashes of Drown in Sulphur, following a highly publicized internal schism that saw the majority of the lineup reform under this new moniker. Based in Milan, Italy, the band quickly established themselves as a premier force in the European deathcore scene.

Their sound identity is defined by a 'blackened' aesthetic, incorporating the tremolo picking and grim atmospheres of black metal into a structural framework of technical deathcore. Critically, they are noted for their high production standards, favoring a modern, polished 'wall of sound' that emphasizes low-end punch and vocal clarity. Their career arc has been marked by rapid momentum, with their debut EP 'Aeon' and subsequent singles like 'Crystal Prison' garnering millions of streams. They occupy a cultural space alongside 'down-tempo' and 'blackened' deathcore heavyweights, influenced by the technicality of the 2010s while pushing toward the more atmospheric, cinematic trends of the 2020s. Their influence web connects them to the broader 'New Wave of Deathcore' characterized by high-fidelity recording and genre-blending.