D.R.I. (Dirty Rotten Imbeciles) is a pioneering crossover thrash metal band formed in Houston, Texas in 1982, known for blending heavy metal with hardcore punk and rap influences. Led by vocalist Kurt Brecht, the band became influential figures in the thrash metal scene with albums like "Dealing with It!" and "Crossover," helping define the crossover genre throughout the 1980s and beyond. With their high-energy performances and socially conscious lyrics, D.R.I. remains a respected act in metal and punk communities worldwide.
