Lou Quinse is an eclectic and fiery folk metal collective that emerges from the vivid cultural landscape of the Western Alps. With a name stemming from the Occitan language, which means 'The Fifteen', the band skillfully fuses the traditional music from their native regions of Italy and France with the aggressive tones of heavy metal. Their musical journey began with the self-titled EP released in 2008, which laid the foundation for their unique blend of Occitan folk music and thunderous metal.

Lou Quinse has since continued to carve out a niche within the folk metal scene with releases like "Rondeau de la Forca" (2010) and their reissued self-titled album "Lou Quinse" (2013). With their energetic and often theatrical live performances, they bring to life the tales and historical narratives of the Occitan people, while exploring themes of resistance, celebration, and folklore. Their most recent work, the singles "A la Montanha / Lo Barban" and "Lo Sabbat", showcases a maturation in their sound — a blend of relentless metal riffs, traditional instruments like hurdy gurdy and bagpipes, and lyrics that reflect the mystique of the mountains and the ancient customs of their homeland. Lou Quinse continues to engage audiences through their spirited fusion of past and present, serving as both raconteurs and modern-day minstrels of the Alpine heritage.