The Defiled are a five piece British industrial metal band from London, England mixing groove-laden hardcore/metal with electronic influences. They have been described by Kerrang! magazine as "The saviours of UK Metal" and championed by Metal Hammer as one of the leaders in a new wave of British metal along with bands such as While She Sleeps, Bury Tomorrow and Devil Sold His Soul. The band have built a fanbase following support slots with bands such as Murderdolls, Static-X, Godsmack and Deathstars as well as playing Download and Sonisphere festivals. Origin: London, United Kingdom Genres: Industrial Metal, Metalcore, Groove Metal, Thrash Metal Years active: 2005–present Labels: Nuclear Blast, Raise the Game, In At The Deep End Associated acts: Nya, STOMP Members: Stitch D, The AvD, Aaron Curse, Vincent Hyde, Needles Past members: Drex Exel, J.C Brutal (wiki)