Agathocles (band)

Agathocles
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Background information
OriginGeel, Antwerp, Belgium
GenresGrindcore
Years active1985–present
LabelsDispleased
MembersJan Frederickx
Nils Laureys
Koen De Neve

Agathocles is a Belgian political grindcore band.[1] Founded in 1985, it is mainly known for producing a large quantity of split seven-inch EPs.[2] They play a style of grindcore they have dubbed "mincecore". Their lyrical themes have focused on anti-fascism, animal liberation and anarchism. All of its members are vegetarians.[3]

Their lineup has changed numerous times since they first started, the only consistent member being Jan Frederickx (also known as Jan AG).

  1. ^ Chainey, Ian (29 September 2022). "Sustainable Heavy Metal: Forest Summoner, Brymir, & More". Stereogum.
  2. ^ "Agathocles Biography, Songs, & Albums". AllMusic. Retrieved 7 March 2023.
  3. ^ "Agathocles Interview". Retrieved 7 March 2021.