Katalepsy is a Russian death metal band from Moscow. The group formed in 2003, and have released two split albums, one EP, three full-length albums, and one demo. The band's name is a variation of the word "catalepsy", a disorder involving catatonic schizophrenia. Some lyrical themes of the band include gore, violence, splatter, murder and perversions. They are currently signed to Unique Leader Records.
Following the departure of guitarist "Helv" in 2009, no original members remain in the band.
In September 2021, rhythm guitarist Dmitry Dedov died due to HIV.