Municipal Waste

American crossover thrash band

Municipal Waste is an American crossover thrash band from Richmond, Virginia, known for their energetic and raucous live shows, as well as their humorous and satirical approach to both lyrics and imagery. Formed in 2001, the band has carved out a niche in the metal scene with their brand of fast-paced thrash influenced by the 1980s hardcore punk movement. The lineup includes Tony Foresta on vocals, Ryan Waste on guitar, Philip "Landphil" Hall on bass, and Dave Witte on drums. They gained significant attention with their 2005 album "Hazardous Mutation," which showcased their ability to blend relentless thrash riffs with punk speed and attitude.