Metal Church is an American heavy metal band formed in 1980 in San Francisco, USA. Shortly after their formation, the band moved to Aberdeen and briefly performed under the name Shrapnel . Led by guitarist and songwriter Курдтом Вандерхуфом , the band has released twelve studio albums. Their music blends the aesthetics of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal and American hard rock, characterized by dense guitar work and piercing vocals. Metal Church had a significant influence on the development of thrash metal, becoming one of the genre's key bands. Their work continues to inspire musicians and fans of heavy music.

• Genres: Классика метала
• Country: USA
• Language: English