Sylvaine is a multi-instrumentalist and a one-woman project helmed by Kathrine Shepard, hailing from Norway and firmly rooted in the post-black metal and shoegaze genres. Active since the early 2010s, Sylvaine's music blends ethereal melodies with bursts of harshness, crafting atmospheric soundscapes that are both haunting and immersive. Her work is characterized by a juxtaposition of the serene and the intense, utilizing both clean and screamed vocals to portray a spectrum of emotional states.

Sylvaine's discography reflects a journey through introspective themes, often touching on nature, existence, and the depths of human emotion. With albums like "Wistful" (2016) and "Atoms Aligned, Coming Undone" (2018), she has cemented her reputation for creating beautifully textured and deeply resonant music that transcends traditional genre boundaries. Her more recent offerings, such as the single "Mørklagt" and the album "Nova" (2022), continue to showcase her evolution as an artist, refining her sound while maintaining the raw intensity and vulnerability that define her unique musical expression. Sylvaine's nuanced compositions have garnered acclaim within the underground metal scene, and her passionate performances have made an indelible mark on listeners worldwide.

Genres

Atmospheric Black Metal

Autonomous Black Metal

Emotional Black Metal

Gaian Doom

Post-black Metal

Post-metal

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Latest Release

Silent Chamber, Noisy Heart (Remastered 2024)

Sylvaine

Album - 11 Tracks - Released November 15, 2024