Nefarious to release debut album “Addicted to Power” on July 18th 2025. From the heart of San Francisco’s legendary metal scene rises Nefarious — a supergroup forged in the fires of thrash, ready to carve a new chapter in heavy metal history.
At the helm is Katon W. De Pena, the iconic voice of Hirax, whose searing intensity and magnetic stage presence have long commanded crowds. On guitars, the twin-axe assault is nothing short of historic: Rick Hunolt (Diehumane, formerly Exodus) and Doug Piercy (Heathen, Anvil Chorus, Blind Illusion) deliver a relentless barrage of razor-sharp riffs and molten solos — honoring the legacy of thrash while pushing its boundaries into new territory.
About Nefarious, Rick Hunolt comments:
“I’m so honored to be with this amazing group of dudes about to release some old-school thrash on you mofos, it’s long overdue and I’m confident you guys will love it as much as we do you our metal brothers and sisters deserve it, see you on the road, let’s fuckin go”!
Holding down the low end with massive groove and crushing weight is Tom Gears (Blind Illusion, Ancient Mariner), providing the sonic anchor on bass for the band’s explosive sound. Behind the kit, Will “Beastman” Carroll (Death Angel) unleashes a thunderous, precision-driven assault that hits with surgical brutality.
Nefarious – Addicted to Power 2025

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