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Nekrogoblikon

Nekrogoblikon is an American metal band with a unique twist: they incorporate an eccentric and theatrical goblin theme into their music and image. Formed in 2006 in Los Angeles, California, the band established itself with a blend of melodic death metal, metalcore, and folk metal, all presented with a dark yet whimsically satirical edge. Their outlandish and creative concept centers around the character of John Goblikon, a goblin who serves as the band's mascot and hype man, often making appearances in their energetic live shows and comedic music videos.

With a discography that revels in the absurd, Nekrogoblikon has released several albums to date, each escalating in their fusion of sharp metal musicianship and story-driven goblin lore. "Goblin Island" (2007) marked their debut, laying the foundation for the band's mythos. They followed up with "Stench" (2011), "power" (2013), the critically acclaimed "Heavy Meta" (2015), and the riotous "Welcome to Bonkers" (2018), showcasing their continuous evolution and willingness to push genre boundaries. Their most recent releases have seen them dipping into a variety of sounds, including covers of popular songs like System of a Down's "Chop Suey!" and Children of Bodom's "Bodom Beach Terror," proving their versatility and sense of fun. Nekrogoblikon's lyrical themes often revolve around goblin-centric narratives, existential musings, and fantastical stories, all while delivering complex arrangements and catchy hooks that captivate their audience, whether they're metal aficionados or newcomers drawn in by the band's distinctive persona.

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