American metal band formed in New York City in 1986. Long-running lineup centered on Tommy Victor (vocals/guitar). Distinguished by their groove-metal-meets-hardcore style and influence on industrial metal and the eventual rise of nu-metal.
Thirteen studio albums between Primitive Origins (1987) and State of Emergency (2023). Critical peak: Beg to Differ (1990), Prove You Wrong (1991), and Cleansing (1994, featuring "Snap Your Fingers, Snap Your Neck"). Victor has also performed with Danzig (1996-1998, 2002-2003, 2009-present) and Ministry.
