Time for the letter H! I was thinking about introducing the band "Haggard" here, but since my account got it's name from this band I figured that's enough exposure already. ^^
Instead I bring to you: Hollenthon!
The Band:
Hollenthon is a melodic death metal band from Austria. The band includes many symphonic elements in their work, while their earlier material contains some black metal influence.
The beginnings of Hollenthon date back to 1994; the band was founded by Martin Schirenc (the singer of Pungent Stench) as a Black Metal band called Vuzem. Mike Gröger joins as a drummer. This project released two songs on a compilation CD and then went on a hiatus.
In late 1998 unfinished material from what was meant to be the first full length album foir Vuzem is brought to the attention of Napalm Records. Shortly thereafter the band signs a contract with the lable, changing their name to Hollenthon, since "Vuzem" was also a brand for leather wear. "Hollenthon" is the name of a small town in Austria.
The first album "Domus Mundi" is released in 1999.
In June 2001, Hollenthon releases "With Vilest of Worms to Dwell".
The album was promoted with a European tour together with Eisregen and Siebenbürgen. The live line up was completed with Mike's bandmates Mario Klausner (Ex-Pungent Stench) and Werner Freinbichler (Collapse 7).
The following years saw Martin concentrating on Pungent Stench although the writing of new material was never stopped. 2008 Hollenthon releases their third album "Opus Magnum".
Wanting a "real band" and not just additional live musicians Martin and Mike chose to recruit Gregor Marboe who Martin shared stages with since early 2006 in Pungent Stench on bass and backing vocals and who has been active in the Austrian scene for years in his bands Defender Kfs and Vargsriket. In need of a second guitarist Martin Arzberger (Molokh, Defender Kfs) was introduced to the band.
In 2009 the 4 track EP "Tyrants and Wraiths" was released
The song:
Here's the 7th track from the first album "Premonition - Lex Talionis".
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The Cover:
