SHAYTAN joins MOMR, releases new music video.
We are happy to announce the signing of SHAYTAN, a traditional doom metal band from southwestern Germany, for the release of their debut album, aptly titled "Chapter One".
In a world where this classic style of metal seems to be fading away, SHAYTAN stands out as a true force, delivering doom metal the way it's meant to be played - heavy, atmospheric and with a deep connection to the roots of the genre.
Technically, this isn't their first album though, considering that the band was active since 2010 under the DEMON INCARNATE moniker and had three full-lengths and one EP under their belt. However, with a recent line-up change, most notably the addition of a talented vocalist Julian who replaced their female singer, they decided to start afresh with a new name. And you can definitely hear that the guys are not newbies. With the appropriate dirt under their fingernails, they have created a sound foundation that draws from the primordial sludge of the genre pioneers like BLACK SABBATH and PENTAGRAM, '80s and '90s doom legends like TROUBLE, CANDLEMASS, THE OBSESSED and SOLITUDE AETURNUS, but also displays strong similarities to the newer purveyors of the genre, in particular NOMAD SON and KRUX, while adding subtle oriental elements.
To get a taste of their sound, check out the video clip they filmed for the eponymous track, "Shaytan", on our YouTube channel or below.
"Chapter One" is set for release on December 15th on CD, Bandcamp and on all relevant digital platforms. Keep an eye out for the pre-order launch in a few days, when two new songs and more album details will be revealed.
In the meantime, head on to the SHAYTAN page here to find out more about these doomsters.
