Beginnings

Having imagined a style of extreme metal that no one was playing, Alex Friis (Vocals), DJ Temple (Guitars), Ryan Loewen (Bass), and Matt Helie (Drums) formed Without Mercy in 2007 to compose and perform a new sort of music. This music fused the head-banging rhythms of groove with the intensity of extreme metal. For thirteen years, Without Mercy and its growing fanbase waited for critics to write what they had known all along: “It’s a remarkable achievement to be so heavy and insightful at the same time,” as the notable online music critic JVB@screenblastrepeat put it.

Global Recognition.

Best known for their performances on the Canadian extreme metal music scene, Without Mercy has shared the stage with legendary bands. They have opened for Cattle Decapitation, Aborted, and Death Angel. Musical experts celebrate what Without Mercy’s energy, precision, and emotional openness brought to the concerts by performing original and technically scintillating music that is viscerally experienced. Because of these qualities, people around the world stream Without Mercy’s music and clamor for their merchandise. And given their popularity, it’s no surprise that Without Mercy has been invited to several international music festivals.

Shared Stage with: Cattle Decapitation, Death Angel, Unleash The Archers, Angelmaker, Anciients, Protest the Hero, 3 Inches of Blood, Satyricon