Rudra is a pioneering band hailing from Singapore, widely recognized for creating and leading a unique genre of music known as Vedic metal. Formed in 1992, the band successfully integrates traditional Indian music, especially its melodies and philosophical lyrics, with the aggressive and fast-paced world of metal, creating a soundscape that captures both the profundity of ancient Vedic teachings and the intensity of the metal genre. Rudra's music is characterized by its use of Sanskrit chants, incorporation of Indian instruments like the flute and tabla, alongside the distorted guitars and fierce drumming that metal fans adore.

Over the years, Rudra has built a solid discography, distinguished by their "Brahmavidya" series of albums, which delve into themes drawn from ancient Vedic scriptures and philosophy. Albums like "Brahmavidya: Primordial I," "Brahmavidya: Transcendental I," and "Brahmavidya: Immortal I" showcase a deft fusion of the spiritual and the visceral. Their releases such as "Kurukshetra," with its concept based on the famous battleground from the epic Mahabharata, and "Enemy of Duality," which explores the theme of non-dualism, exemplify Rudra's commitment to melding complex philosophical concepts with their intense and distinctive metal sound. With live recordings like "Conjuration of Vibrations in Duality (Live)," they demonstrate their powerful on-stage presence and reaffirm their status as a mainstay in the Asian heavy metal scene, often celebrated for their innovative contributions to the genre.

Genres

Oriental Metal

Singaporean Metal

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Latest Release

Conjuration of Vibrations in Duality (Live)

Rudra

Album - 9 Tracks - Released July 3, 2023