Sinister

Formed in 1988 in Schiedam, the Netherlands, Sinister is a death metal band that has remained active for over three decades, with a brief hiatus between 2003 and 2005. Their discography spans from their 1992 debut, Cross the Styx, through releases such as Diabolical Summoning, Hate, Aggressive Measures, Creative Killings, Savage or Grace, Afterburner, and Legacy of Ashes, continuing into their 2026 full-length, Lucid Nightmares. The band's lyrical themes have historically encompassed Lovecraftian horror, occultism, death, and Satanism. Throughout their career, the group has navigated various lineup changes while maintaining a consistent focus on the death metal genre.