In the city of Toronto, in the year 1986, Rick Nemes (drums), Psycopath (bass), Kenny Hallman (guitar), Steve Terror (guitar) and Chris Bailey , joined forces and created the thrash band Infernal Majesty.
Infernal Majesty's main objective was to write an album of complex and exciting thrash tunes, to unleash onto the ever evolving thrash market. In order to begin this process, they recorded a 24 track four song demo at Metal Works studios in Toronto (owned by members of the band TRIUMPH).
With the demo tape completed, copies were sent out through various channels, and a record deal was signed with Roadrunner Records in New York City. The amazing thing about the signing was, Infernal Majesty had never sent a copy of the demo to Roadrunner, a Magazine in Europe had sent one to them with a recommendation to sign the band.
In September 1987, the world wide release, of the now, cult classic, "None Shall Defy" was launched. The album included such cuts as, Overlord, which was the code name for the Normandy invasion, Anthology of Death, about the notorious Jack the Ripper, Night of the Living Dead, which was inspired by the march of the zombies scene in the classic horror film of the same name. The title track, None Shall Defy, became the band's first video. They received very promising reviews from leading magazines such as, Metal Hammer, Aardschok and Kerrang. Displeased Records lists Infernal Majesty along with Venom, Bathory, Hellhammer, Kreator and Death as one of the main influences on the death/black metal music scene. Fan mail from distant locations such as Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Brazil, China and New Zealand demonstrated the magnitude of the expanding thrash market.
In 1988, Rick Nemes and Psycopath left Infernal Majesty and shortly after were replaced by Kevin Harrison (drums) and Bob Quelch (bassist). With the new line-up, Infernal Majesty's next step was to record 2 song demo for a new album at Wellesley studios in Toronto. The tape "Nigresent Dissolution" was completed. It remained unheard by most listeners as the tape was not made available to the public until Displeased Records added the two tracks "Into the Unknown" and "Hell on Earth" to the CD release of "None Shall Defy". A third, 4 song demo was completed with a local producer. With the help of Brian Taylor, (famous for his work with Sacrifice), Creation of Chaos was completed with new vocalist Vince , as Chris Bailey had left the band. Creation of Chaos was sold by mail order and distributed by Cargo Records to listeners around the world. Infernal Majesty went on to play select shows with Razor, Kreator, Coroner, Death Angel...etc. Infernal Majesty's cult status was solidified with the masterful cover of their ultimate thrash classic "Night of the Living Dead" by Sweden's Dawn. Other bands such as " Christ Denied "from Spain, Illdisposed and Goddess of Desire have recorded - played songs by Infernal Majesty. Imitation is the ultimate form of flattery which proves true with reports of bootlegged CD's, live videos, T-shirts and posters.
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With the re-release of "None Shall Defy" on CD, Infernal Majesty schedule a summer tour in Europe with original vocalist Chris Bailey. In late March of 1997, a sample of new material was recorded and produced by the band and added to a compilation CD. The CD entitled Kanada Compilation , was released in limited quanities. Infernal Majesty contributed 2 songs, Where is your God and Gone the way of all Flesh which are shortened versions of new songs for their upcoming album. With the re-release of "None Shall Defy" on CD, Infernal Majesty toured Europe with original vocalist Chris Bailey and newly acquired bass player Chay McMullen. The tour, consisting of Malevolent Creation , Infernal Majesty, Vader and Vital Remains, was considered by many as the highlight of the summer. With record interest wide spread the band returned home to sign a new record deal. January 1998, Infernal Majesty signed with Hypnotic Records who have been signing Canadian bands for some time, already have Voivod, Razor, Anvil and Mundane as part of their roster.
The CD intitled "Unholier Than Thou" , was released on August 15, 1998. A European tour with Cannibal Corpse and Dark Funeral followed in September 1998 and was a great success. April 2000 saw the release of "Chaos in Coppenhagen" which was a live cd release showcasing Infernal Majesty live. April 2001 Hypnotic Records along with Big Daddy re-released "Unholier Than Thou" in the USA, this CD release was remixed and remastered and encluded a live version of "Night of the Living Dead"
In May 2001 Kris Deboer and Eric Dubreuil joined Infernal Majesty. 2003 and work had begun on the CD "One Who Points to Death", which was recorded in Vancouver B.C.
In Early 2004 Infernal Majesty signed with Galy records for the release of "One Who Points to Death" which took place on April 6th, 2004. Infernal Majesty was also signed to Black Lotus records from Greece. The band is not affiliated with either label now. In Feburary 2005 Brian Langley became the newest member of Infernal Majesty replacing long-time vocalist Chris Bailey. In December 2005 the band recorded an untitled 4-song demo. The band is currently working on the follow up to One Who Points To Death which will be entitled Systematical Extermination.
my 30th birthday is comming up and I got the cobalt on that friday night, its also Drago's birthday so comme get shit face its a weekend, no excuses
Friday June 26th @ the Cobalt $10 @ the door @ 9 p.m. Torrential Pain (where playing 1st cuz i want to get shit faced) My Own Chaos Omega Crom ( There playing second last but they get to play a full set and everyone can enjoy despise the transit curfew) Inebriator ( drago's new band, not to be confused with inhibriator that use to play the balt a few years back)
Geimhre's own Morok debuting with his first full-length release of Epic Pagan Black Metal. For those who missed out the classic "Tormentor" demo, this release combines elements ranging from the ferocious Black Metal of his earlier works but with a more grand and epic scope and sound. Mastered by the always brutal James Block (Abscess, Geimhre, Sigh), you can expect a militant Pagan assault of the highest order!!
Give this a listen. If you like it? Can you do us a huge favor? Help Us Get A Record Deal With Myspace Records!! Can you listen to this, then post this on your page? Just hit, "grab this", copy the code, and paste in the about me or music section of your myspace page. If you have a facebook page, post it there also. Leave it up for 8 weeks... ASK ALL OF YOUR FRIENDS TO DO THE SAME!!! Thank You!!!
This saturday u got a chance to save vancouver's hardcore bar its Keep The Cobalt Alive: The Benefit Show - Vol. 1 Featuring: Iskra (from victoria) Torrential Pain (recording the audio of that show for the upcomming demo) Fetus Grinder R.O.C.
Saturday, June 20th $10 + donations @ the Cobalt 917 main street vancouver Doors @ 9 p.m.
comme and show some suport to the bar thats been bringning so many awesome punk/metal shows trought out the years. hope to c u there
Can you listen to this, then post this on your page? Just hit, "grab this", copy the code, and paste in the about me or music section of your myspace page. If you have a facebook page, post it there also. Leave it up for 8 weeks... ASK ALL OF YOUR FRIENDS TO DO THE SAME!!! Thank You!!!
Hey! Finally after 3 years! We are back with our 2'nd Bashing - "HUMILIATION-RIDDEN EVISCERATION". A sheer Brutal Death Grind assault from ISRAEL, playing over 50 mins! Preorder the new CD and shirts now before it's out! For orders please message the band or email us at VisceraTrail@excite.com and don't forget to include size on shirts Thanks for the support! Viscera Trail.
One who points to death captures the mood of classic Infernal Majesty....I have been listening since None Shall Defy.....Where is your god!!!!! You guys should offer None Shall Defy in your snocap store.....I plug that album every chance I get......Fan......Travis
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