Thou is an American sludge metal band formed in 2005 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, whose sound blends the weighty aggression of metal with the slow, foreboding intensity of doom. Known for their prolific output and their propensity to blend genres, Thou has carved out a niche for themselves in the heavy music scene, distinguished by their unique amalgam of grunge, post-rock, black metal, and doom sludge, creating a sound that is both fearsome and intensely emotive.

The band has consistently defied expectations, producing a prolific and diverse catalog that refuses to adhere to any singular musical direction. Among their most recent releases, "May Our Chambers Be Full" (2020), which is a collaborative album with Emma Ruth Rundle, stands out as an example of Thou's ability to dynamically merge with artists from different musical realms, exploring the interplay of their sludge-metal roots with Rundle's apocalyptic folk. Other releases, such as "The Helm of Sorrow" and "A Primer of Holy Words" demonstrate the group's skill at both original compositions and reinterpretations of songs from other artists. With a relentless touring ethos and a deep commitment to DIY ethics, Thou continues to push the boundaries of heavy music, engaging a dedicated fan base with their uncompromising sound and collaborative spirit.

Genres

Drone Metal

Gaian Doom

Louisiana Metal

Post-doom Metal

Sludge Metal

Voidgrind

Related Artists

Chelsea Wolfe

Deftones

System Of A Down

The Smiths

Emma Ruth Rundle

The Cure

Depeche Mode

Rage Against The Machine

TOOL

Nine Inch Nails

New Order

Cocteau Twins

Latest Release

Umbilical

Thou

Album - 10 Tracks - Released May 31, 2024