Atheist is an American death metal band from Florida, founded in 1987 by the vocalist and rhythm guitarist Kelly Shaefer, lead guitarist Rand Burkey, bassist Roger Patterson and drummer Steve Flynn.[3] The band is known for its highly technical playing style, and its 1991 album Unquestionable Presence is regarded as a landmark of the technical death metal genre.[4] After disbanding in 1994, the group reformed in 2006 and has since released one studio album and a live DVD. Also known as OblivionR.A.V.A.G.E. Origin Sarasota, Florida, U.S. Genres Technical death metalprogressive metal[1]thrash metal[2] Years active 1987–1992, 1993–1994, 2006–present