On this day, December 1, 1985, Sepultura unleashed their debut EP, Bestial Devastation, marking the beginning of their rise in the global metal scene. Released as a split record with Overdose’s Século XX under Cogumelo Records, the EP introduced fans to the band’s raw, aggressive sound that would evolve into a defining force in death and thrash metal.
Featuring tracks like “Antichrist,” “Necromancer,” and the title track “Bestial Devastation,” the EP was recorded in just two days. Despite its lo-fi production, it captured the band’s energy and ambition, laying the groundwork for Sepultura’s future domination in metal.
Featuring tracks like “Antichrist,” “Necromancer,” and the title track “Bestial Devastation,” the EP was recorded in just two days. Despite its lo-fi production, it captured the band’s energy and ambition, laying the groundwork for Sepultura’s future domination in metal.