PARABELLUM forge elements of early SAINT VITUS / CROWBAR like sludge with a driving force similar to that of CELTIC FROST along with a dose of chaos reminiscent of the legendary ACID BATH to create their own brand of Swamp Metal. Fueled by the entrancing - chameleon like vocals of front man Shane Reneaux, the skin crawling riffage of Jeremiah Hatcher and Jason Davis, Todd the Viking's destructive low end and the sledge hammer chops of drummer Ben Poffenberger, PARABELLUM utilize violent hooks, hypnotic grooves and mind altering blasts of death to deliver a thunderous, blasphemic, subversive message that borders on insanity.....

PARABELLUM was formed in 1995 in Pensacola, Florida (a town known for the arrest of serial killer Ted Bundy, home to the Light Heavyweight Champion boxer Roy Jones Jr., abortion doctor assassins, and the Brownville Assembly of God cult ) by bassist Todd the Viking. Vocalist Shane Reneaux (ex-DEFIANCE, BLOUNT, DEADWOOD and THE SUBMISSIVES) back from Portland, Oregon, joined the band in 1996 after original singer James Sutton moved to New Orleans. Ben Poffenberger (ex-THE KEEP) took over drumming duties in 1999 when original drummer Dimitri Largious left due to the conflicts of touring. In 2001, PARABELLUM added a second guitarist to their ranks, long time friend and part time roadie, Jason Davis (ex-CONDENSOR) adding the thickness to the sound they had been striving for. In 2004 Jeremiah Hatcher (ex ROTFEST, CHORUS OF FURY) replaced original guitarist Myck McClung. With their line up solidified, PARABELLUM have been staying extremely busy supporting their 2005 New South Metal Records release “Stainless”.

Due to numerous bootlegged live recordings popping up, the band recorded their 1st demo, (a 2 song cassette) in late 1996. Their 2nd demo, 'Parabellum', was recorded and released in 1997, creating a large fan base across the Gulf Coast and in the South. Then in 1999 they recorded their third demo, 'Ammo' (a 4 song CD) with well known New Orleans producer, Keith Falgout (Acid Bath, Crowbar, Soilent Green, Cephalic Carnage) at Festival Studios. 'Ammo' was well received and sold out during their 2000 Spring tour across the Southeastern U.S., prompting the band to produce another 500 copies for upcoming tour obligations. In 2001 and 2002, PARABELLUM spread over 1800 copies of 'Ammo' throughout the Southern United States(from Texas to Virginia). In 2004 Parabellum pre-released 500 copies their long awaited full length recording on New South Metal Records, titled, 'Stainless' recorded by Norris Commeaux(DOWN, SUPERJOINT RITUIAL), to coincide with their Sun N Steel, Florida Metal Fest performance(with OBITUARY, M.O.D. and DECIDE). The official “Stainless” release arrived in early 2005. This official release, boasts guest vocal appearances from Ben Falgoust(SOILENT GREEN, GOATWHORE) and Joe Gaston(BRECCIA, SOULCORE, MUTANT SPEED). This new record, along with extensive touring of the Southern U.S. as well as selected cities and festivals across the U.S. is sure to make some heads turn.

The bands' growing reputation has allowed them to play with such acts as CROWBAR, SOILENT GREEN, MASTER, CRISIS, GOATWHORE, KRABATHOR, CEPHALIC CARNAGE, INCANTATION, MONSTROSITY, MALEVOLENT CREATION, MISERY INDEX and NILE among others. PARABELLUM tours the region regularly, spreading the word and their brand of dementia throughout the Southern United States & up the Eastern Coast. The band has been reviewed and interviewed in numerous magazines (including Metal Maniacs, New South Metal Magazine, New Orleans' Paranoize Magazine, Las Vegas’ Blowtorch, Underground Alliance Magazine, and were featured on Creative Underground Television and on the CU-TV DVD). Known as fervent supporters of the growing underground Metal scene, PARABELLUM are respected by fans and peers alike.