Byzanthian Neckbeard

**Byzanthian Neckbeard** is a crushing doom/sludge metal force hailing from Guernsey, a small island in the English Channel. Formed in 2011, the band specializes in slow, apocalyptic riffs and a cavernous atmosphere that feels like being swallowed by tectonic plates. Their sound blends doom’s weighty despair with sludge’s raw aggression, often peppered with stoner metal grooves, creating a vibe that’s as hypnotic as it is devastating.

Known for releases like *Minaton* (2016) and *Extinction* (2018), they’ve cemented their reputation for crafting monolithic, earth-shaking tracks. Their 2022 EP *From The Clutches of Oblivion* continues this tradition, delivering gargantuan distortion and themes of existential dread. While relatively enigmatic, Byzanthian Neckbeard’s music speaks loudly enough—a sonic landslide for fans of bands like Electric Wizard or Conan.