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Band: Briton Rites

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  It all began during the Halloween season of 2006 when Cauldron Born guitarist, Howie Bentley, formed his new band Briton Rites. Bentley had been recently inspired by the 1872 J. Sheridan Lefanu novel Carmilla, which told the story of a female vampire who preyed on pretty young girls. His new band would bring to life the ideas and feelings of 19th century gothic horror while combining it with the images and themes of the Hammer films from the 1950s, ‘60s, and ‘70s. Seeking an artistic outlet that combined his passion for dark European literature, the golden era of horror, and heavy music in the style of Black Sabbath and Witchfinder General, Briton Rites was born. Bentley completed the music and lyrics with plans to not only play guitar and bass, but also sing for the band. However, a friend played him a song with Phil Swanson on vox and Bentley immediately recruited him for Briton Rites. The band recorded a demo (including “Carmilla”, and “A Meeting in the Woods") which be

Band: Timeless Haunt

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Timeless Haunt formed out of the creeping morass of the Pennsylvania music scene in 2018, the five grizzled music veterans looking to create groove-oriented powerful metal music. The amalgamation of the band members' styles has created a unique brand of heavy metal, setting them apart stylistically from most other metal bands. The release on Stormspell Records of the band's award winning first CD Haunted Symphony in 2019 was met with critical acclaim. The 2021 follow-up Dark for Life showcases Timeless Haunt's evolution as songwriters and has expanded the band's worldwide fanbase. Unknown Vocalist: Lead & Harmony Vocals, Demonic Chants, Sinister Laughs   Tommy (The Electric) Eye: Rhythm Acoustic, Electric, & Lead Guitars, Diabolic Pinch Harmonics   George Dimitri: Extended Range Fretted & Fretless Basses, Piano & Keyboards, Harmony & Back-Up Vocals, Bellow Growls   John Jesuele: Thunderous Drums & Haunting Percussion   Don (The Wizard of) Fortun
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Band: Arhat Arhat is a groove metal project from Kyiv. The band emerged in 2017, in Kyiv. It consists of experienced musicians. In a short period of time, the band composed several songs which were included in its first set list. Lyrics of the band balance between cruel modern reality and oriental mythology. The songs have catchy melodies and true groove. The musicans released their first demo, named Mantra, in January, 2018.  To promote the release, the band performed in Kyiv and some other Ukrainian cities. On June 17th, 2018, Arhat released the internet single, named "Stately Ruins". The track has the band's aggressive sound with oriental elements in the lead guitar line. In summer 2018, the band performed at anniversary Black Sea Metal Festival. In autumn 2018, Arhat held gigs in West and  South of Ukraine.  In summer 2019, the band performed at United Metal Festival in Belarus. Arhat are: Alex Sitkoff - vocals Anton Skrebov - guitar Anton Inov - bass Dmytro "La