Shane Embury

Best known as the longest serving bassist and primary songwriter for UK grindcore pioneers Napalm Death, whom he joined in 1987, Embury has spent nearly four decades helping shape one of heavy music's most innovative and enduring bands.

Alongside Napalm Death, Shane has built an extraordinary catalogue of projects spanning death metal, grindcore, hardcore punk, classic metal, industrial, psychedelic rock and dark ambient. His diverse collaborations include Blood From The Soul, Lock Up, Venomous Concept, Tronos, Born To Murder The World and the acclaimed Dark Sky Burial, as well as work with artists including John Zorn, Buzz Osborne, Billy Gould and Dirk Verbeuren. Whether exploring crushing extremes or cinematic soundscapes, his creative curiosity has remained a constant throughout his career.

In recent years, Shane has continued to expand his musical horizons through new Dark Sky Burial releases, ongoing collaborations and relentless touring with Napalm Death, while remaining one of heavy music's most respected and influential creative voices. With an ever growing list of projects and ideas, his passion for experimentation and fearless approach to songwriting continue to drive a career defined by innovation, creativity and an unwavering love of music.