Havok is an American thrash metal band from Denver, Colorado, active since 2004. Led throughout by vocalist and guitarist David Sanchez - the only founding member still in the lineup - the band built its reputation on fast, technically precise riffing rooted in 1980s thrash, and is widely credited as one of the driving forces behind the thrash metal revival of the late 2000s. Five studio albums, from the debut 'Burn' (2009) to 'V' (2020), have earned them praise from Metal Hammer, Loudwire and Consequence of Sound, and taken them on tour across more than 50 countries.
Havok signed to label BLKIIBLK and released the new single 'Fifth Generation Warfare', their first release with new guitarist Brett Rechtfertig.
Havok performed at Milwaukee Metal Fest 2026 and launched an extensive US, Latin America and Europe tour.
Havok stepped in to replace Possessed on Exodus's 'Swarm of Horror' spring 2025 US tour after Possessed withdrew due to medical issues.
Havok released the independent EP 'New Eyes', their first release since the 2020 album V, featuring two originals and covers of Metallica and Creedence Clearwater Revival.
Lead guitarist Reece Scruggs announced his departure from Havok after 14 years, citing scheduling conflicts; Brett Rechtfertig of Psychosomatic filled in for the remainder of 2024 tour dates.
