Country of origin: Belgium Location: Verviers, Liège Status: Split-up Formed in: 1987 Genre: Thrash Metal Themes: N/A Last label: Rumble Records Years active: 1987-? Asphyxia is a condition of severely deficient supply of oxygen to the body that arises from being unable to breathe normally. Asphyxia was thrash metal from Verviers, Liège, Belgium formed in 1987 and released 3 demos and one full length album called ‘Exit : Reality’. Asphyxia was Christian Olde Wolbers (Vio Lence , ex Fear Factory) first band he played in. Much sought-after album, eBay prices over 250 euros. Liner notes by Steven Willems (Rock Tribune and Voices From The Darkside). Produced by Andre Gielen (Channel Zero, Enthroned, Celestial Season). Cover artwork by Eric Philippe (Stratovarius, Artillery, Rhapsody of Fire).