12 Ton Sledge formed in 2002, reportedly from somewhere in the Appalachian Mountains. Their lineup included vocalist Brad Collins, guitarist Andy Anderson, bassist Randy Adams, and drummer Tony Davis, all using heavy equipment nicknames like Bulldozer and Anvil.
They released their first album Diseased Brain in 2006, followed by The Holocaust of War in 2009, No Redemption in 2012, Obsidian in 2016, and Extermination in 2020. The title track Diseased Brain became one of their better-known songs, alongside Lost and Tragedy.
Their music drew from death metal, thrash, and grindcore, with lyrics that often dealt with violence and misanthropy. The band's stage shows and material sometimes drew criticism, with some accusing songs like Diseased Brain of glorifying self-harm or violence.
They maintained a cult following among extreme metal listeners who appreciated their unapologetic approach, while others found their content too confrontational. The band never seemed interested in softening their sound or themes.
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