Gama Bomb are an Irish thrash metal band formed in 2002 in Newry, Northern Ireland. The band's sound is heavily influenced by classic thrash metal bands like Exodus and Overkill, as well as classic 1980s speed metal bands such as Exciter and Riot. They have released several studio albums and a live recording, as well as singles, EPs and compilations. The band's most recent album, Speed Between the Lines, was released in 2018. Gama Bomb tour extensively around the world, performing at festivals including Wacken Open Air, Summer Breeze Open Air and Bloodstock Open Air. They have gained a loyal following and won numerous awards, including Best Band at the 2009 Metal Hammer Golden Gods Awards.