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A very important part of the Thrash Metal scene was the Bay Area quintet known as VIO-LENCE. Even though the group disbanded in late 1993, their legacy and recorded output still appeal to Metal heads around the World. Formed in 1985, VIO-LENCE laid the foundation for one of the more controversial groups the scene had to offer while always delivering a devastating live show, their time was coming soon. The band [Phil Demmel-Guitar, Perry Strickland-Drums, Eddie Billy-Bass, Troy Fua-Guitar and Jerry Burr-Vox] quickly took advantage of the scene surrounding them and were able to establish a name for themselves, quite a feat considering the area boasted such talent as Metallica, Death Angel, Possessed, Testament [previously known as Legacy] and more. One thing that for sure set the band apart was their choice of lyricist.