Malodorous

Malodorous is a pivotal entity in the 'Slamming Brutal Death Metal' (SBDM) subgenre, notable for being one of the first prominent extreme metal bands to form and operate primarily through online collaboration. Founded in 2007 by Chase Martin and Mike O’Hara, the project bypassed traditional local scene dynamics, utilizing early social media and file-sharing to build a global cult following.

Their sound is defined by 'slams' - slow, chromatic, percussive riffs - interspersed with hyper-fast blast beats and 'guttural' vocals that prioritize texture over lyrical clarity. Their 2007 debut, Amaranthine Redolence, is considered a landmark of the era, influencing a wave of 'bedroom' brutal death metal projects. Despite long periods of inactivity and a rotating international lineup, the band maintained relevance through the 2020s, culminating in the release of The Carrion Recoil (2024). They occupy a space between the raw, organic filth of early 90s death metal and the sterile, mechanical precision of modern deathcore, often incorporating guest spots from scene luminaries like Cameron Argon.