Rictus Grin

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Rictus Grin translated means the grotesquely askew smile on the face of a corpse. In this spirit of arcane morbidity the story begins. Through the chaos of underground warehouse parties to the staggering heights of European tours and mainstage mayhem Rictus Grin remains a true and grim force. Ascending from the tombs of the underground metal scene their steadfast focus lies in not only showcasing their own dark creations, but also unearthing other local talent and unifying the scene one show at a time.
Now that their reputation has spread, the community expects from Rictus Grin an unconventionally gripping and unique performance and a stage show that evokes pits, body passing, and band-encouraged prop demolition. Remembering their goals to reach beyond themselves, Rictus Grin organizes an annual Doomsday metal festival to showcase the talents of underground bands from all over the US, a festival that has occurred annually in dead of winter for over 10 years. Also always immersed in the scene, Rictus Grin vigilantly books WI dates for touring acts from all over the world.
Major Achievements:
Toured the US Independently 2006 and 2007
Toured Iceland 2005
Toured Romania 2006
Voted as a Sickmetal.com Metal Band Contest Semi-Finalist!
"Living the Dream" Voted One of Metal Net Radio's top 10 Indie
Albums of 2005
Summerfest 2002, 2003, and 2004
Performed at Minneapolis Mayhem with Morbid Angel,
Suffocation, and Satyricon
Performed with Iced Earth, Exodus, King Diamond & Anthrax
Performed with Meshuggah & Strapping Young Lad
Headlined Tony's Annual Birthday Bash 2004, 2005, 2006
Performed LSMF 2K3 Fest
Performed and Setup Allenton 2001, 2002, and 2003
Performed and Setup Doomsday 2000 thru 2011
Performed at Funky 420 Metal Meltdown at Vnuks 2003
Featured on Descent's Last Show Comp
Featured on AFB Indie Promotions Sounds from the Ground
Volume 1 Comp
Performed at Eardrum Armageddon IV 2002
Doomsday 2010 Part 1



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Doomsday 2010 - Part 2



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Doomsday 2010 - Part 3



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Lifeless Music Video



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