October 17 in the history of rock and metal music

Allen West

He was born in the USA in 1967. One of the first guitarists in the death metal style of the 80s. He formed his first band Massacre back in 1983. West’s second band was Xecutioner, which laid the foundation for Obituary. In 1993, West co-founded the band Six Feet Under. After leaving Six Feet Under, Allen formed the band Lowbrow and later Southwicked.

Steve MacDonald

Born in Canada in 1971. Former drummer for the Gorguts.

Died on October 17, 2002. Committed suicide after struggling with depression for several years.

Marcin “Novy” Nowak

Born in Poland in 1975. Former bass player of the bands Dies Irae, Vader and Behemoth.

Marcela Bovio

Born in Mexico in 1979. Mayan vocalist, former member of Stream of Passion. Worked with Epica, Blind Guardian, The Gathering and other bands.