Katavasia

Katavasia is a Greek black metal band that formed in 2014, bringing together members from notable acts like Varathron, Hail Spirit Noir, Aenaon, and Agnes Vein. Their music leans heavily into the classic Hellenic black metal tradition, blending cold, epic atmospheres with a mystical, old-school spirit. Fans of early Rotting Christ and Varathron tend to find a lot to love in Katavasia’s sound, which is both haunting and triumphant.

Their 2015 debut album, Sacrilegious Testament, made a strong impression with its raw energy and melodic, ritualistic vibes. They followed it up with releases like the EP Daemonic Offering and their 2020 full-length, Magnus Venator, further cementing their reputation for crafting dark, majestic metal that's rich with mythological and occult themes. Katavasia stands out for their ability to channel the golden era of Greek black metal while carving their own eerie, powerful path.