Pripjat

**Pripjat** is a Berlin-based metal band formed in 2015, known for their intense blend of groove metal, hardcore, and Eastern European folk influences. Named after the abandoned city near the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant, the band channels themes of societal collapse, environmental disaster, and political strife into their music. Their sound merges pummeling riffs with haunting folk melodies, often incorporating traditional instruments like the *bandura* or *duduk* to reflect their Ukrainian and Belarusian roots.

With releases like *Protect and Secure* and *Chain Reaction*, Pripjat delivers raw, politically charged anthems that critique surveillance states and systemic corruption. Tracks like *Sons of Tschernobyl* pay direct homage to their namesake’s haunting legacy. Renowned for explosive live shows, they’ve shared stages with acts like Heaven Shall Burn and Napalm Death, cementing their reputation as a fierce voice in modern metal.