Ethereal Shroud

Ethereal Shroud is a one-person atmospheric black metal project hailing from England, masterminded by multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Joe Hawker. Emerging in 2015 with the raw, emotionally charged debut album *They Became the Falling Ash*, Hawker carved a niche with his blend of icy tremolo riffs, haunting melodies, and themes of existential sorrow. The 2020 remaster of that debut sharpened its atmospheric edges, while 2021’s *Trisagion* marked a leap forward—a sprawling, three-track opus that pairs blistering intensity with cinematic grandeur, cementing the project’s reputation for epic, immersive soundscapes.

Known for its frostbitten beauty and introspective lyricism, Ethereal Shroud’s music feels like wandering through a storm-cloaked forest: equal parts cathartic fury and fragile melancholy. Tracks like *Lanterns* and *Discarnate* showcase Hawker’s knack for weaving melody into chaos, making it a go-to for fans of bands like Winterfylleth or Fen. Though details about Hawker’s personal life remain private, the music speaks volumes—dark, introspective, and unflinchingly ambitious.

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