While so-called "pagan metal" bands seem to be popping up around every corner lately, trying to conform to current trends instead of coming up with ideas of their own, SUIDAKRA have stayed true to the sound that they have become known for. Reaching new heights in their fourteen year history, the German celtic metallers return full steam ahead with ...
While so-called "pagan metal" bands seem to be popping up around every corner lately, trying to conform to current trends instead of coming up with ideas of their own, SUIDAKRA have stayed true to the sound that they have become known for. Reaching new heights in their fourteen year history, the German celtic metallers return full steam ahead with their 9th studio album, "Crógacht". Combining fast melodic death metal, Irish folk music, and a torrent of harmonies, they prove yet again the ability blend several different influences into their unique sound. To put a spin on things, new elements are introduced, like traditional instruments (bagpipes, banjo, tin whistles), a sixteen member choir and epic orchestral arrangements.
Recorded at Gernhart Studios with producer Martin Buchwalter, "Crógacht" delivers the most powerful candy for the ears. But the eyes and mind will also be pleased, as famous Belgian graphic artist Kris Verwimp is responsible not only for the magnificent artwork in the digipack and 16-page booklet, but also for the lyrics of this fascinating concept album. "Crógacht", meaning bravery, is based in its entirety on one of the most dramatic tales in Irish mythology. It tells the story of the hero Cuchulainn’s epic journey to the Isle of Skye, where he seeks to learn the arts of war from the Scythian warrior woman Scáthach. The decisions he then has to make set the events in motion that will lead up to his son Conlaoch’s tragic fate...
With overwhelming reactions to their 2006 release, "Caledonia", and the release of their DVD / Best of CD, "13 Years of Celtic Wartunes", in May 2008, SUIDAKRA have performed at over 200 live shows, including five stints at the world famous Wacken Open Air festival, as well as completing several tours in Europe and Russia. In March 2009, the band successfully took part in a four week North American tour around the US and Canada. They are now preparing to rock even more stages all over Europe and beyond, as SUIDAKRA were just confirmed for their first-ever live appearance China in June 2009...
Line-Up:
Arkadius – Guitars, Vocals, Keys
Sebastian – Guitars, backing Vocals
Lars – Drums, backing Vocals
Marcus – Bass
Discography:
Lupine Essence - CD 1997 (Self Released)
Auld Lang Syne - CD 1998 (Last Episode)
Lays From Afar - CD 1999 (Last Episode)
The Arcanum - CD 2000 (Last Episode)
Emprise to Avalon - CD 2002 (Century Media)
Signs for the Fallen - CD 2003 (Century Media)
Command To Charge – Digipack CD 2005 (Armageddon Music)
Caledonia - CD 2006 (Armageddon Music)
13 Years of Celtic Wartunes - DVD / CD 2008 (Wacken Records)
Crógacht - Digipack CD 2009 (Wacken Records)
Homepages:
www.suidakra.com
www.myspace.com/suidakra
Booking & Management:
ICS Festival Service GmbH, miriam@ics-woa.de
Band Members:
Arkadius – Rhythm-, Lead-, Acoustic Guitars, Keyboards, Banjo, Clean & Aggressive Vocals
Lars – Drums & Percussion, Backing Vocals
Marcus – Bass
Sebastian – Guitar
Country:
Germany
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Discographie:
Release: 12.03.2010
CatalogueNo.: SAOL 038
Format: CD
Configuration: Digipack Version
Produced & Mastered by: Martin Buchwalter
Studio: Gernhart Studio, Siegburg
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Release: 25.04.2008
CatalogueNo.: SPV 91747 DVD + CD
DVD 9
2.0 Surround Sound
16:9
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Release: 17.11.2006
CatalogueNo.: AMG 053-2
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Release: 25.04.2005
CatalogueNo.: AMG 018-0
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Homepage:
www.suidakra.com
www.myspace.com/suidakra
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