Wiesturz

**Wiesturz** is a Latvian folk-metal band known for weaving traditional Baltic instrumentation and mythological themes into thunderous, melodic metal. Emerging from Riga in the early 2010s, the group has carved a niche with tracks like "Kammanputra" and "Izdodam Rudeni," blending throaty growls, haunting folk melodies, and lyrics steeped in Latvian nature lore. Their sound often feels like a stormy forest ritual, pairing kokles (a Latvian zither) with crushing guitar riffs. Recent releases like "Ar dzejas spārniem pār mākoņiem" ("With Poetry’s Wings Above the Clouds") showcase their knack for merging poetic storytelling with raw energy, making them a standout in the Baltics' folk-metal scene. While they keep personal details private, their live shows—often featuring archaic costumes and visceral performances—cement their reputation as guardians of Latvia’s cultural-metal fusion.