As fourth single “Keeper of the Well” confirms, producer Sam Bloor (Graphic Nature, Black Coast, Dream State) has his fingerprint on the upcoming debut album “Aether” from Forlorn as they create further paintings in Folk Horror Pagan Black Metal. The record drops on 28th March via Church Road Records with crushing soundscapes and occult visions
Well… Well… Well… Three holes in the ground. Each one created in a search for a fresh water spring in a tropical paradise where the palm trees sway gently in the occasional cool breeze. Add some boozy fruit punch, sizzling BBQ treats and timpani drum sounds and you’ve got yourself a beach party. Those are
Forging a sound that blends expressionist art, crushing soundscapes and paganism to carve out their own brand of innovative Folk Horror with hints of Black Metal, Post-Hardcore and Post-Metal, Forlorn have long been an enthralling and captivating live band. Turning to producer Sam Bloor (Graphic Nature, Black Coast, Dream State), it seems they have captured
After the drunken debauchery of Saturday there are more than a few who have arrived at The Bullingdon for Sunday with sore heads. Partaking in hair of the dog is obligatory as they prepare to witness another 10 bands on the Devolution Magazine sponsored main stage. The Sophie Lancaster Foundation will be proud as the
After all the build up including a billboard at Bloodstock Open Air in the summer, this years sixth incarnation of Rabidfest feels like Christmas has come early, which makes The Bullingdon Santa’s grotto. Everything is primed and ready, the banner behind the stage and back line kit ready to go and a stack of merch
Folk Horror outfit Forlorn have announced they’ve signed to Church Road Records, marking their arrival at the new label home by unveiling a Stephen King inspired single, “Spirit“. Known for their blend of expressionist art, crushing soundscapes and paganism, they’ve carved out a niche that has taken them on a Death ride across the United
This years incarnation of Rabidfest maybe almost upon us but there is still time to grab yourself, a friend, a family member or even a neighbour a ticket. You might not consider two days of wall to wall Metal of various flavours the ideal first date, but why not? What’s the worst that can happen?
Believe it or not, at the time of writing there are just 59 days until Christmas. That means, with Halloween just around the corner, there are just 7 days until this years sixth incarnation of Rabidfest takes place at The Bullingdon over the weekend of the 2nd and 3rd November. 20 bands, 2 days, 1
A one take vocal performance of “Creatress” from Forlorn vocalist Megan Jenkins has arrived ahead of the bands performance at this years incarnation of Rabidfest. It follows a remix of the track by Pete Woolven as the Folk Horror outfit continue to build after stunning EP “Sael” from which “The Weight Of It All” is fast
…with the power of a raging tsunami and a tidal wave of an accompaniment, the organisers of Oxfords biggest Metal Weekender Rabidfest have gone six for six. That’s right, they’ve added a colossal six bands to give us their final line up announcement for the 2024 sixth incarnation of the annual Festival! Taking place at
