1914 is a Ukrainian extreme metal band that delves deeply into the history, horror, and futility of World War I for their thematic inspiration. Formed in Lviv in 2014, in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the Great War's outbreak, 1914 merges elements of black metal, death metal, and doom metal to create sombre and powerful auditory landscapes. The band utilizes their music as a medium to express the sorrow and grim reality of warfare, often incorporating period-specific samples and narratives to enhance the authenticity and immersive experience of their storytelling.

Among their most notable works is "The Blind Leading the Blind," which gained them significant attention within the metal community for its masterful blending of heavy riffs and historical narrative. With releases like "Where Fear and Weapons Meet," and "Eschatology of War," 1914 continue to expand their discography, keeping the memory of WWI alive through a fiercely evocative musical journey. They also released standalone tracks such as "Für Kaiser, Volk und Vaterland! / Stoßtrupp 1917" and "Ich hatt einen Kameraden," cementing their reputation as a band that painstakingly details the terror and pathos of one of history's most devastating conflicts. Their work is not just a homage to the past, but also serves as a stark reminder of the grim realities of war.

Genres

Black Metal

Death Doom

Ukrainian Metal

Latest Release

Where Fear and Weapons Meet

1914

Album - 11 Tracks - Released October 22, 2021