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Atheist

Atheist is a death metal band from Florida, USA and regarded as one of the main developers of Florida death metal. Their music is highly technical and sometimes reminiscent of jazz, combining brutal riffs with subtle latin music arrangements. They were founded in 1984 under the name Oblivion by guitarist (and later vocalist) Kelly Shaefer and drummer Mark. Mark was later replaced by drummer Steve Flynn because Kelly and Steve had similar musical tastes. Roger Patterson would later join as their bassist. By early 1985, Oblivion changed their name to R.A.V.A.G.E. (Raging Atheists Vowing A Gory End). As R.A.V.A.G.E., they recruited a singer that is only known by the name of Scrappy. He did not participate on any of the R.A.V.A.G.E. recordings. The first demo was released in 1985 and it was called Kill or Be Killed (also known as the Rotting in Hell demo). The next demo would be the last in 1987 called On They Slay with lead guitarist Mark Scwartzberg. After their last demo as R.A.V.A.G.E., they changed their moniker to Atheist. They released a couple of demos, Hell Hath No Mercy in 1987 and Beyond in 1988. They recorded their debut album, Piece of Time, in 1988 and it was to be released on the label Mean Machine, but the record label later went bankrupt. Piece of Time thus not released until 1990 on Active. In 1989, another demo was released. In 1991, bassist Roger Patterson died in a car accident and Atheist recruited Tony Choy to record their second album, the now classic Unquestionable Presence. Atheist disbanded for the first time in 1992, reuniting in 1993 and recording their last album Elements before disbanding for the second time. Kelly Schaefer played with Neurotica until 2002. Tony Choy played in a number of other bands, including Pestilence, Cynic and a Latin band called Area 305. Former drummer Steve Flynn had for some time recently re-emerged in a new band called Gnostic, www.gnosticmusic.com Relapse Records re-issued the band's three albums in late 2005, as well as a vinyl box set containing the three albums plus the R.A.V.A.G.E. demo On They Slay. In January 2006, frontman Kelly Shaefer reassembled much of what was widely considered ATHEIST's classic recording lineup (Shaefer, bassist Tony Choy, and drummer Steven Flynn) to perform a select number of one-off shows to celebrate the re-issue of their wildly-influential catalog (1988's "Piece of Time", 1993's "Elements", and the 1991's legendary "Unquestionable Presence"). Among those shows were performances at such legendary festivals such as Germany's Wacken Open Air, Norway's Hole In The Sky, Italy's Evolution, England's Bloodstock Open Air, and the Los Angeles' Murderfest. On July 12th, 2008, Shaefer issued the following update: "(I'm) heading to Atlanta next Friday to jam with ATHEIST drummer and my best friend Mr. Steve Flynn, this wil mark the first time we have written together since 1991's 'Unquestionable Presence'. So I am curious how it will sound. I know it will be sick, there is a formula that me and Flynn have that automatically sounds like ATHEIST...so it will be fun to hear what it will sound like. And who knows? If it it goes well...?? We will see what happens."
On tour Yes
Followers 30,162
Category Death Metal, Metal
Concerts
Feb
19
Burnt Into Pieces Latin America Tour 2025
Recoleta
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Feb
20
Burnt Into Pieces Latin America Tour
Buenos Aires
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Feb
21
Burnt Into Pieces Latin America Tour 2025
São Paulo
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Feb
22
Burnt Into Pieces Latin America Tour 2025
Bogotá
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Feb
23
Burnt Into Pieces Latin America Tour 2025
Zapote
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Feb
26
Burnt Into Pieces Latin America Tour 2025
San Luis Potosí
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Feb
27
Burnt Into Pieces Latin America Tour 2025
León
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Feb
28
Burnt Into Pieces Latin America Tour 2025
Guadalajara
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Mar
01
Burnt Into Pieces Latin America Tour 2025
Monterrey
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Mar
02
Burnt Into Pieces Latin America Tour 2025
Mexico City
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About Atheist
Atheist is a death metal band from Florida, USA and regarded as one of the main developers of Florida death metal. Their music is highly technical and sometimes reminiscent of jazz, combining brutal riffs with subtle latin music arrangements. They were founded in 1984 under the name Oblivion by guitarist (and later vocalist) Kelly Shaefer and drummer Mark. Mark was later replaced by drummer Steve Flynn because Kelly and Steve had similar musical tastes. Roger Patterson would later join as their bassist. By early 1985, Oblivion changed their name to R.A.V.A.G.E. (Raging Atheists Vowing A Gory End). As R.A.V.A.G.E., they recruited a singer that is only known by the name of Scrappy. He did not participate on any of the R.A.V.A.G.E. recordings. The first demo was released in 1985 and it was called Kill or Be Killed (also known as the Rotting in Hell demo). The next demo would be the last in 1987 called On They Slay with lead guitarist Mark Scwartzberg. After their last demo as R.A.V.A.G.E., they changed their moniker to Atheist. They released a couple of demos, Hell Hath No Mercy in 1987 and Beyond in 1988. They recorded their debut album, Piece of Time, in 1988 and it was to be released on the label Mean Machine, but the record label later went bankrupt. Piece of Time thus not released until 1990 on Active. In 1989, another demo was released. In 1991, bassist Roger Patterson died in a car accident and Atheist recruited Tony Choy to record their second album, the now classic Unquestionable Presence. Atheist disbanded for the first time in 1992, reuniting in 1993 and recording their last album Elements before disbanding for the second time. Kelly Schaefer played with Neurotica until 2002. Tony Choy played in a number of other bands, including Pestilence, Cynic and a Latin band called Area 305. Former drummer Steve Flynn had for some time recently re-emerged in a new band called Gnostic, www.gnosticmusic.com Relapse Records re-issued the band's three albums in late 2005, as well as a vinyl box set containing the three albums plus the R.A.V.A.G.E. demo On They Slay. In January 2006, frontman Kelly Shaefer reassembled much of what was widely considered ATHEIST's classic recording lineup (Shaefer, bassist Tony Choy, and drummer Steven Flynn) to perform a select number of one-off shows to celebrate the re-issue of their wildly-influential catalog (1988's "Piece of Time", 1993's "Elements", and the 1991's legendary "Unquestionable Presence"). Among those shows were performances at such legendary festivals such as Germany's Wacken Open Air, Norway's Hole In The Sky, Italy's Evolution, England's Bloodstock Open Air, and the Los Angeles' Murderfest. On July 12th, 2008, Shaefer issued the following update: "(I'm) heading to Atlanta next Friday to jam with ATHEIST drummer and my best friend Mr. Steve Flynn, this wil mark the first time we have written together since 1991's 'Unquestionable Presence'. So I am curious how it will sound. I know it will be sick, there is a formula that me and Flynn have that automatically sounds like ATHEIST...so it will be fun to hear what it will sound like. And who knows? If it it goes well...?? We will see what happens."
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Genres
Death Metal, Metal
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Atheist Tour Cities
São Paulo, Brazil Mexico City, Mexico Monterrey, Mexico León, Mexico Guadalajara, Mexico Bogotá, Colombia San Luis Potosí, Mexico Buenos Aires, Argentina

Frequently Asked Questions About Atheist

Concerts & Tour Date Information

Is Atheist on tour?

Yes, Atheist is currently on tour. If you’re interested in attending an upcoming Atheist concert, make sure to grab your tickets in advance. The Atheist tour is scheduled for 10 dates across 8 cities. Get information on all upcoming tour dates and tickets for 2025-2026 with Hypebot.

How many upcoming tour dates is Atheist scheduled to play?

Atheist is scheduled to play 10 shows between 2025-2026. Buy concert tickets to a nearby show through Hypebot.

When does the Atheist tour start?

Atheist’s tour starts Feb 19, 2025 and ends on Mar 02, 2025. They will play 8 cities; their most recent concert was held in Recoleta at Sala Metrónomo and their next upcoming concert will be in Zapote at Pepper Disco Club.

What venues is Atheist performing at?

As part of the Atheist tour, Atheist is scheduled to play across the following venues and cities:

2025 Tour Dates:

Feb 19 - Recoleta, Región Metropolitana @ Sala Metrónomo
Feb 20 - Buenos Aires, Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires @ El Teatrito
Feb 21 - São Paulo, SP @ Fabrique Club
Feb 22 - Bogotá, Cundinamarca @ Boro room
Feb 23 - Zapote, San José Province @ Pepper Disco Club
Feb 26 - San Luis Potosí, S.L.P. @ Bunker 57
Feb 27 - León, Gto. @ Station Rock Bar
Feb 28 - Guadalajara, Jal. @ Foro Independencia
Mar 01 - Monterrey, Nuevo Leon @ Cafe Iguana
Mar 02 - Mexico City, CDMX @ Hendrix Bar
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