Pantera was an American groove metal band formed in 1981 in Arlington, Texas. Initially playing glam metal in line with the 1980s trends, Pantera shifted their style by the late 1980s under the influence of thrash metal bands like Slayer, Metallica, and Megadeth. The band became pioneers of groove metal in the early 1990s, with albums like "Cowboys from Hell" and "Vulgar Display of Power" achieving critical and commercial success. Known for their aggressive sound and dynamic performances, Pantera left a lasting impact on the metal genre before disbanding in 2003.

• Country: USA
• Language: English
• Official website: pantera.com