Cryptic Slaughter

Changed Name ·1984–present ·Santa Monica, United States Thrash Metal Crossover

Last known lineup

  • Brad Mowen Vocals 2018, 2021–2023
  • Les Evans Guitars, Bass 1984–1990, 2002–2003, 2018, 2021–2023
  • Matt Olivo Guitars 2018, 2021–2023
  • Menno Vocals, Bass 2018, 2021–2023
  • Scott Peterson Drums 1984–1988, 2018, 2021–2023

Timeline

Vocals Guitars Bass Drums Live only Split up
split up split up 1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2030

Discography

Year Title Type Kaos Score
2017 The Lowlife Chronicles Cryptic Slaughter 1984-1988 compilation —
2013 Life in Grave compilation —
2003 Band in S.M. ep —
1990 Speak Your Peace full length —
1988 Stream of Consciousness full length —
1987 Money Talks full length —
1986 Convicted full length —

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