What band originally formed in 1983 put out the EP, Ashes from Hell?
Possessed (band) Possessed is an American death metal band, originally formed in 1983. Noted for their fast style of playing and Jeff Becerra's guttural vocals, they are routinely called the first band in the death metal genre. After breaking up in 1987, and briefly reforming from 1990 to 1993, the band reformed under original bassist/vocalist Jeff Becerra in 2007. To date, the band has released two studio albums, one live album, two compilation albums and two EPs.
Fireclown Records Fireclown Records or the Invasion EP is a rare EP released by Fireclown in 1983. This extended play included Paul Austin on vocals, Steve "Gyp" Nicholson on rhythm guitar, Tony Dowler on lead guitar, Pete Dutton on bass guitar, and Graham Derbyshire on the drums. This was the only thing that Fireclown ever released, never becoming a completely successful band. The EP includes Side AA with "Invasion", and Side BB with "Poor Man", and "Magic".