Lovecraftian Metal

Lovecraftian metal is a subgenre of heavy metal deeply infused with the horror and supernatural themes from the works of H.P. Lovecraft. It utilizes dissonant chords, atmospheric elements, and often times a dense, foreboding sound to invoke the cosmic terror and the unfathomable mythos associated with Lovecraft's literature. From the abyssal doom of bands like Thergothon to the chaotic technicality of Portal, Lovecraftian metal explores themes of ancient deities and eldritch abominations, carrying listeners on a journey through musical landscapes that are as alien and disturbing as the stories that inspire them. The guttural growls and intricate storytelling draw the listeners into a world of existential dread, primordial chaos, and the insignificance of humanity amidst the vast, uncaring universe.

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Kadath
Album - 7 Tracks - Released January 24, 2025
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  1. January 24, 2025
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    AVOW
    6 tracks
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    Eye
    1 tracks
  26. November 6, 2020
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