Irish Metal

Irish metal is a distinctive fusion of heavy metal's aggression and Celtic folk's melodic richness. Characterized by fast-paced rhythms, galloping double bass drums, and soaring harmonized guitar leads, this genre is often marked by the incorporation of traditional Irish instruments like tin whistles, fiddles, and bodhráns. Emerging in the late 1990s, Irish metal gained popularity in the early 2000s, particularly among bands from Ireland and the UK. This genre pays homage to Ireland's cultural heritage while injecting it with modern metal ferocity. Drawing from folk metal's storytelling tradition, Irish metal often explores themes of Celtic mythology, history, and identity. What sets it apart from similar styles is its unique blend of melodic sensibility and pummeling intensity, creating a captivating sound that resonates with fans of both metal and folk music.

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A Coffin For Christmas
Single - Released November 22, 2024

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Bailer
Corr Mhóna
Dread Sovereign
Gama Bomb
Grey Stag
Jenova
Mael Mórdha
Na Cruithne
Old Season
Partholón
Rouen
Slave Zero
Uaigneas
WORN OUT
zhOra
Gama Bomb
WORN OUT
Mael Mórdha
Dread Sovereign
Bailer
Corr Mhóna
Grey Stag
Partholón
Old Season
Rouen
Na Cruithne
Slave Zero
zhOra
Jenova
Uaigneas