Attackhead was founded in Orange County, California in late 2002 by guitarist/singer Mark Chapman.

 Attackhead self released its debut full length CD "Voices in the Dark" in February 2008.  The band members have a variety of musical influences from old school metal to death metal to Punk. The band was signed to Twisted Hillbilly Records in 2010.

Attackhead strives to create an entertaining stage show, Along with a "Just like the CD" musical performance

Attackhead is described as Skull Crushing Heavy Metal with an Old School Edge.