Cult of Luna is a Swedish post-metal band known for their enveloping soundscapes, brooding atmospherics, and intense, cinematic live performances. Founded in 1998 in Umeå, Sweden, the band has gone through a series of lineup changes throughout their career while maintaining a solid core of members. They've earned a reputation for their ambitious musical approach, characterized by lengthy, complex compositions and a powerful blend of heavy guitar riffs, ambient textures, and post-hardcore dynamism. Their artistry often explores themes of nature, humanity, and the urban environment, encapsulating a broad sonic palette that ranges from crushing aggression to ethereal melancholy.

Over the years, Cult of Luna's discography has grown to include several critically acclaimed albums and EPs that showcase their evolution as a band. Notably, "Vertikal I & II" (2013), conceptually inspired by Fritz Lang's iconic film "Metropolis," marked a milestone in their career with its industrial-tinged experimentation. The release of "A Dawn to Fear" in 2019 further solidified their status as heavy music luminaries. Their more recent works, such as the EP "The Raging River" and the album "The Long Road North" (2022), continue to push the boundaries of the post-metal genre, proving that Cult of Luna is still at the forefront of heavy music—creating intricate, expansive, and emotionally resonant compositions that resonate deeply with their dedicated fanbase.

Genres

Atmospheric Post-metal

Atmospheric Sludge

Drone Metal

Post-metal

Progressive Sludge

Slayer

Sludge Metal

Stoner Metal

Swedish Doom Metal

Swedish Progressive Metal

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Latest Release

Vertikal I & II

Cult Of Luna

Album - 14 Tracks - Released January 25, 2023