Pantera is an American heavy metal band formed in 1981 by brothers Darrell and Vinnie Paul Abbott. The band is known for their heavy, powerful sound and their influence on the development of the groove metal genre. They released nine studio albums and were one of the most successful metal bands of the 1990s.
Formed in Arlington, Texas in 1981 by brothers Darrell and Vinnie Paul Abbott
Released their debut album, Metal Magic, in 1983
Signed with Atco Records and released their breakthrough album Cowboys from Hell in 1990
Released the albums Vulgar Display of Power (1992), Far Beyond Driven (1994), and The Great Southern Trendkill (1996)
Disbanded in 2003 following tensions within the band and the murder of Darrell Abbott
Reunited for four tribute concerts in 2014 with Zakk Wylde on guitar
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Pantera is the Italian word for 'panther.' The band chose the name because they wanted something that sounded powerful and menacing.
Cowboys from Hell and Vulgar Display of Power are widely considered the band's most successful albums.
The band broke up in 2003 due to tensions between members and the murder of guitarist Darrell Abbott.
Yes, Pantera won Best Metal Performance at the 39th Annual Grammy Awards in 1997 for the song 'Cemetery Gates.'
Pantera was influenced by bands such as Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, and Metallica, as well as thrash metal and hardcore punk.