There are multiple artists known by the name Death: 1. Death was an American death metal band formed in Altamonte Springs, Florida, in 1983 by guitarist Chuck Schuldiner, drummer and vocalist Kam Lee, and guitarist Rick Rozz. The band is considered a pioneering act in the death metal genre. Their 1987 debut album, "Scream Bloody Gore," is regarded as one of the first death metal records, alongside early works by Possessed and Necrophagia. Death underwent numerous lineup changes over the years, with Schuldiner being the only consistent member. The band’s musical style evolved from a raw sound in their early albums to a more complex and technical approach in later releases. Death disbanded following Schuldiner's death from glioma and pneumonia in December 2001, though their influence on the genre continues. The band was initially formed under the name Mantas, later renamed Death. Early recordings included rehearsal tapes and the "Death by Metal" and "Reign of Terror" demos, which circulated in the tape-trading community. The "Infernal Death" tape was recorded in 1985. Early lineup changes included the departure of Rick Rozz and Kam Lee, and temporary members Scott Carlson and Matt Olivo. Schuldiner relocated multiple times, including stints in the San Francisco Bay Area and Canada, collaborating with various musicians, before returning to Florida. In 1986, Schuldiner and Chris Reifert recorded the "Mutilation" demo, leading to a deal with Combat Records. Their first album, "Scream Bloody Gore," was recorded in Los Angeles and released in 1987. Early touring plans included several lineup changes and the brief recruitment of Steve Di Giorgio and John Hand. After returning to Florida, Schuldiner reformed the band with Rick Rozz, Terry Butler, and Bill Andrews. From 1988 to 1992, Death released "Leprosy," "Spiritual Healing," and "Human." "Leprosy" featured touring in Europe and Mexico, followed by lineup changes including James Murphy and Paul Masvidal. The band’s lyrics shifted from gore themes to social commentary, and their sound incorporated more melody and technicality. "Human," released in 1991, is regarded as a progressive and technical album, featuring complex rhythms and song structures. The music video for "Lack of Comprehension" received airplay on MTV. Between 1993 and 2001, Death released "Individual Thought Patterns," "Symbolic," and "The Sound of Perseverance," often working with session musicians due to lineup instability. Notable collaborators included Gene Hoglan, Andy LaRocque, Ralph Santolla, Bobby Koelble, and Steve Di Giorgio. Schuldiner formed the band Control Denied to explore different vocal styles and musical approaches. Death’s final planned tours and recordings were interrupted when Schuldiner was diagnosed with brain cancer, leading to his death on December 13, 2001. After Schuldiner's death, several unreleased and archival recordings were issued, including demos and live recordings, sometimes under the name Chuck Schuldiner. Reissues of Death and Control Denied albums have been released by Relapse Records and other labels, including remastered editions of "The Sound of Perseverance," "Human," and "Individual Thought Patterns," as well as the 2012 live release "Vivus!" Former members have remained active in the music industry. Gene Hoglan, Paul Masvidal, Sean Reinert, Steve Di Giorgio, Ralph Santolla, Bobby Koelble, James Murphy, Kam Lee, Terry Butler, and Richard Christy have participated in various bands, tours, and projects. Tribute tours under the name "Death to All" and later Death (DTA) have featured former members performing Death’s catalog. In 2021 and 2023, reunion shows and tours commemorated Schuldiner’s legacy, with performances under the names Living Monstrosity, Symbolic, and Death To All, as well as live activity in 2024 under the name Left to Die. Studio albums Scream Bloody Gore (1987) Leprosy (1988) Spiritual Healing (1990) Human (1991) Individual Thought Patterns (1993) Symbolic (1995) The Sound of Perseverance (1998) 2. Death, sometimes referred to as Death from Detroit, is a garage rock and protopunk band formed in Detroit, Michigan in 1971 by brothers Bobby Hackney (bass, vocals), David Hackney (guitar), and Dannis Hackney (drums). The brothers were influenced by The Beatles' appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show in 1964 and began playing music together. The band initially went by the name RockFire Funk Express before changing it to Death. In 1974, they recorded seven songs at United Sound Studios, funded by Columbia Records, which later self-released as the single "Politicians in My Eyes / Keep On Knocking" on Tryangle Records. The band disbanded in 1977, with members later forming The 4th Movement and Lambsbread. In 2008, Bobby Hackney Sr.'s sons formed Rough Francis, covering Death’s songs. In 2009, Drag City Records released the album "...For the Whole World to See", compiling the 1975 sessions. The band reformed for a few shows that year with Bobby and Dannis Hackney, joined by guitarist Bobbie Duncan. In 2011, the album "Spiritual Mental Physical" was released, and the EP "Relief/Story of the World" followed in 2013. A documentary film, "A Band Called Death", directed by Jeff Howlett and Mark Covino, was released in 2012. 3. Death is a horrorcore rapper from New Orleans, Louisiana, who released the album "Possessed by tha Ouija Board" in 1993. 4. Death, real name Thomas Peter Heckmann, is a German hard techno producer born in Mainz, Germany. His first release was under the name Exit 100 in 1991 on Force Inc. Music Works. He founded Trope Recordings in 1993 and its sub-label Acid Fuckers Unite in 1994, followed by Wavescape in 1998 and its sub-label Sub~Wave in 2000. He produces hard techno with EBM influences and has frequently collaborated with Jörg Henze since 1998.