Mortician is a death metal band from Yonkers, New York. They were founded in 1989 as Casket, but after writing their first song, aptly called "Mortician," they decided to change the band name. They take their lyrical inspiration from horror movies, and most songs on their album start or end with an audio sample from that genre. Out of respect for their former drummer, and unable to find a worthy replacement, they opted to use a drum machine when recording their albums, but have a real drummer during live performances.
During the 2005 European tour with Blood Red Throne and Akercocke, Will Rahmer was arrested in Poland for assaulting a taxi driver and stealing a taxi. The band continued the tour without Rahmer, with members of the support bands handling the bass and vocal duties.
It is possible, that Rahmer will be also charged for assaulting a police officer, and he may spend up to 15 years in polish prison.
Will Rahmer - Bass, Vocals Roger J. Beaujard - Guitar, Drum Programming
John McEntee - Guitar Matt Sicher (R.I.P. 1992) - Drums George Torres - Drums (live) Desmond Tolhurst - Bass, Guitars Dave Culross - Drums (live)