Beowülf

Beowülf is a crossover thrash band from Venice, California, initially formed in 1983. Not to be confused with an earlier L.A.-based hard rock group of the same name, Beowülf was founded by singer/guitarist Dale Henderson, alongside guitarist Mike Jensen, bassist Paul Yamada, and drummer Michael Alvarado. Closely associated with local legends Suicidal Tendencies, Beowülf contributed two tracks to the influential 1985 compilation Welcome to Venice, released by Suicidal Records. Their self-titled debut album followed in 1986, showcasing a gritty blend of hardcore punk and thrash...