The Accüsed is a
crossover thrash band from
Seattle, Washington, founded in 1981. The band was a progenitor of the crossover style that bridged the gap between
thrashcore and
thrash metal, later influencing
grindcore and some
crust punk bands; as well as an influential band in the Seattle alternative scene. The band calls their music "splattercore", and their zombie mascot, Martha Splatterhead, appears on most of their albums. Common themes involve social issues and the theme of Martha Splatterhead coming back from the dead to slaughter rapists and child molesters. The Accüsed took an 11-year hiatus in 1992, with members taking time to play in Seattle bands such as
The Fartz and
Gruntruck. The band re-formed in 2003, and continues to be active.