Born in Guimarães (Portugal), Hacksaw was formed late 2005. Driven by their huge passion for bands like Cannibal Corpse, Vader, Decapitated, Suffocation, Behemoth, and more, it's shape was the result of the union between Luís Lisboa (Vocals), Luís Barroso (Drums) and Toni (Guitars). After a short search seeking to fill the bass spot, Susana (Bass) entered and the quartet was complete.

One year later, the band officialized it's activity by home-recording their first track, "B.T.K.", as an X-Mas Promotrack (available through MySpace download). In 2007, they participated in the first "Vimaranes Metallvm" compilation, and also, on the 10th of November of the same year, and after almost two years of intense work, the band had it's live debut at the first Vimaranes Metallvm Fest. The machine was then fully operational. In January 2008, Hacksaw entered Grave Studios and recorded their debut EP, named "Rise and Disobey" and, after almost an year, the band inked a deal with Recital Records (Portugal) in order to release it.

"Rise and Disobey" was finally released in April 10th 2009 and promoted from North to South Portugal.

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