Lik

Lik (Swedish for 'corpse') is a prominent fixture in the 'New Wave of Old School Death Metal' (NWOSDM). Formed in 2014, the band serves as a high-fidelity tribute to the Stockholm sound pioneered by Dismember and Entombed.

Their sonic identity is inextricably linked to the 'buzzsaw' guitar aesthetic, achieved through the specific use of the Boss HM-2 Heavy Metal pedal. Unlike many of their peers who lean into muddy lo-fi production, Lik utilizes modern studio techniques to ensure every riff is sharp and every drum hit is punchy. Their career arc shows a steady ascent from the underground success of 'Mass Funeral Evocation' to a major label deal with Metal Blade Records. Critically, they are praised for their authenticity and their ability to inject melodic sensibilities into a genre often defined by atonality. They occupy a cultural space that bridges the gap between nostalgic veteran metalheads and a younger generation seeking the visceral energy of 90s extreme music.