Download is the name of a band created by Dwayne R. Goettel of Skinny Puppy prior to his death. Goettel's legacy is now carried on by bandmate cEvin Key. Download's music has been described as industrial, featuring a blend of synthesizers and sampled instruments; the music is particularly centered around elements of percussion and rhythm.
In addition to the regular band members cEvin Key and Phil Western, at various times the band has featured Genesis P. Orridge, Mark Spybey, Anthony Valcic, and Ken Marshall. Earlier releases frequently included vocal elements and lyrics, but later releases have tended to be strictly instrumental.
