Nile (band)
American technical death metal band
Nile is an American technical death metal band from Greenville, South Carolina, formed in 1993. The band's current lineup consists of founding guitarist/vocalist Karl Sanders, drummer George Kollias, guitarist/vocalist Brian Kingsland, guitarist/vocalist Zach Jeter, and bassist/vocalist Adam Roethlisberger. The band is known for their lyrics and music inspired by Egyptology and H. P. Lovecraft. Since its formation, the band has released ten studio albums, two compilations, three extended plays, two demos, three singles, and five music videos. Their latest studio album, The Underworld Awaits Us All, was released on August 23, 2024, through Napalm Records.
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