Anthrax is an American thrash metal band that originated in 1981 in New York City. The band has released 11 studio albums and is considered one of the 'big four' of thrash metal, along with Metallica, Slayer, and Megadeth.
Formed in 1981 by guitarist Scott Ian and bassist Danny Lilker
Released their debut album 'Fistful of Metal'in 1984
Gained mainstream success with their 1987 album 'Among the Living'
Toured with other thrash metal bands such as Metallica, Slayer, and Megadeth
Experienced a backlash in the early 1990s due to their perceived association with the anthrax scare in the United States.
Continued to release albums and tour throughout the 2000s and 2010s
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Anthrax is an American thrash metal band that originated in 1981.
The current members of Anthrax are Scott Ian, Joey Belladonna, Frank Bello, Charlie Benante, and Jonathan Donais.
Anthrax's most famous songs include 'Madhouse', 'Antisocial', 'Indians', and 'Caught in a Mosh'.
No, Anthrax had no connection to the anthrax attacks in the United States in 2001.
Yes, Anthrax continue to tour and release music to this day.