A band called Forbidden hailing from the San Francisco Bay Area in California is known for their American thrash metal music. Originally named Forbidden Evil, they changed their name two years after being formed in 1985. Along with Testament, Death Angel, and Exodus, Forbidden was among the most successful bands in the Bay Area. Though they had gone inactive, they recently announced their reunion on April 19th. Presently, the band consists of Norman Skinner, Craig Locicero, Steve Smyth, Matt Camach, and Chris Kontos.