Modern thrash is alive and well, and few bands represent it better than Hatchet. Formed in the San Francisco Bay Area in 2006, Hatchet has carried the spirit of classic thrash into the modern era with blistering riffs, technical musicianship, and increasingly sophisticated songwriting. This episode of Metal Matters explores the band's history, evolution, and four songs that showcase their growth—from the raw aggression of Awaiting Evil to the polished power of Fear Beyond Lunacy and beyond.
