Formed in Los Angeles, California in early 2000 Otep approaches metal in a unique style. They mainly play a form of nu-metal
heavily influenced by the death metal genre. They are known for their aggressive live performances with vocalist Otep Shamaya
mainly being thehighlight ofthe shows. They are also known for the distinction of being an iconic band to lesbians out there due
to Shamaya'ssexualpreference. Their songs are angry and deal with hate to society and the government and are due to disband
as soon asconcluding the 2013 tour for Hydra
