Anaal Nathrakh is a British extreme metal band from Birmingham, formed in 1999 by Mick Kenney and Dave Hunt. Signed to Metal Blade Records, they draw their name from the legendary Charm of Making in the film Excalibur. Known for a fierce blend of grindcore, black metal, death metal, and industrial influences, they have released eleven studio albums along with an EP and a compilation, earning acclaim for their intense and innovative sound.