Metalocalypse

“Metalocalypse” is an American animated series crafted by Brendon Small and Tommy Blacha, debuting on Adult Swim on August 6, 2006. The show revolves around the extravagant death metal band Dethklok, frequently delving into grim and morbid themes such as violence, death, and the pitfalls of stardom, all delivered with exaggerated black humor. This dark comedic approach justifies the show’s consistent TV-MA rating. It serves as both a satire and homage to heavy metal culture.

The series features music composed by guitarist and co-creator Brendon Small, attributed to the fictional band and prominently showcased in most episodes. The animation is meticulously synchronized with the music, often displaying detailed chord positions and guitar fingering.

A distinctive feature of the show is its unique approach to censoring extreme profanity, replacing the usual “bleeps” with pinch harmonics.