Martyr is a pure heavy metal force from the Netherlands. During the five years that Martyr was alive and kicking (1982-1987), the band released two albums that are considered cult in the metal scene of today! For The Universe (1985) and Darkness At Time s Edge (1986) are classic metal, a delight for those who love strong melodies, speedy riffs and a high level of technicality.

 

In those years, Martyr appeared on compilation albums released by Roadrunner (Dutch Steel 1984) and Metal Blade (Metal Massacre VI 1985), was voted Holland s Best New Metal Band in Aardschok Magazine, has toured with several international acts and appeared on Sky Channel s Monsters Of Rock.

 

Martyr disbanded in 1987, but returned in 2001 to play the Heavy Metal Maniacs Festival. Four years later, the band revived almost the complete 1982 line up to play the Headbangers Open Air & Keep It True Festivals. The Flame has been burning again and the band has continued to perform live as frequently as possible. December 2008 Martyr supported US shock rockers Lizzy Borden on their European tour. Also in 2009 and 2010 Martyr hit the European stages supporting great acts like Flotsam & Jetsam, Vicious Rumors, Jaguar, Evergrey and many others. 

 

In 2009 the first new Martyr record in almost 25 years was released. The new EP Fear was coupled with a re-release of the classic For the Universe album as a double digipack entitled Fear The Universe on Rusty Cage Records.