Powermad are an American
speed metal band, formed in Minneapolis in 1984. The group has been called "An innovative and often forgotten speed metal band...who infused progressive metal styles and European styles into abstract American speed metal." The band's intricate riff formulations were heavily influenced by
thrash metal acts like
Metallica and
Testament. Vocalist Joel DuBay's singing is easily recognizable with his mixture of singing and high screams.