Detroit's the Black Dahlia Murder actually sounds like they should live in Scandinavia, whence originates much of the frenetic brand of d**h and black metal that inspires them. Formed in January 2001, the group followed their six-song iWhat a Horrible Night to Have a Curse/i demo with the four-track A Cold-Blooded Epitaph EP, which was released on their own Lovelost Records. With a number of acclaimed concerts appearances like the Milwaukee Metal Fest already under their belts, the group -- comprised of vocalist Trevor Strnad, guitarists Brian Eschbach and Jon Kemppainen, ba**ist David Lock, and drummer Cory Grady -- then signed with Metal Blade in 2003 and were soon recording their debut album, Unhallowed. ~ Ed Rivadavia, All Music Guide