A German band that's been mixing bagpipes, hurdy-gurdy, and metal since 1998.
For a good sense of their sound, try 'Der Sandmann' or 'Rattenfänger'. Both have that mix of old melodies and rock energy they've been refining since the start.
They've carved out a space where ancient instruments feel current, not just decorative. Songs like 'Aus Träumen Gebaut' show how they weave folk tales into rock arrangements without sounding like a museum piece. They won an ECHO award in 2016, but more importantly, they've kept the medieval metal idea from becoming a gimmick over two decades.
They formed in Karlsruhe in 1998 and put out their debut 'Tavernakel' in 2001. Records like 'Heptàgon' in 2006 and 'Für einen Tag' in 2022 show they've stayed active without chasing trends. The lineup includes vocalist Alea der Bescheidene alongside players on bagpipes and hurdy-gurdy.
Keep it compact: a lyric you come back to, a live memory, or the part of the catalog you would point someone toward first.
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