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Absu - Absu (2009)

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:47:00 +0100

Vamos con algo de Black Metal directo enérgico y sin concesiones!! La verdad que me costó tomar la determinación de postear este disco. No es precisamente el tipo de bandas que ponemos en este espacio. sin embargo, lo que nos presentan estos norteamericanos con este álbum ho

Absu Deluxe Edition Confirmed + Euro Tour Dates

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:16:00 +0100

Candlelight Records today confirms the upcoming release of a special deluxe version of Absu's popular self-titled album. Set for American release January 26, the limited edition format will include a bonus live DVD that was filmed in Montreal amidst the band’s first stateside t

Review: Skeletonwitch – Breathing the Fire (2009)

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 02:21:00 +0100

Skeletonwitch is an American made band that defies stereotypes. Hailing from Ohio, Skeletonwitch has gone on to become a pre-eminent example of modern underground American thrash that doesn't have to be retro or post thrash. This is a very important aspect of this group for me an

“Apzu” Absu

Sat, 19 Sep 2009 21:12:00 +0100

Apzu Absu sea of uruk i taste the salt of you i hunt through sands of roba el khaliyeh dumuzi apzu your allure is so very pure zi dingir anna kan... (Read complete news)

Absu Parts Ways With Guitarist

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 01:35:00 +0100

Texas-based mythological occult metal outfit Absu have announced the addition of session lead guitarist Vis Crom (pronounced "Vish Krahm") to the group's ranks. He replaces Zawicizuz, who was recently dismissed due to irreconcilable differences. Says drummer/vocalist Proscriptor

ABSU Parts Ways With Guitarist (Again); Replacement Announced

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:59:00 +0100

Texas-based mythological occult metal outfit ABSU has announced the addition of session lead guitarist Vis Crom (pronounced "Vish Krahm") to the group's ranks.... (Read compl

REVIEW: Razor Sharp And Full Of Fury

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 22:18:00 +0100

Razor of Occam - Homage To MartyrsRelease Date: March 13th, 2009 on Metal Blade RecordsI am surprised I had not heard of this band earlier. Razor of Occam boasts a pretty impressive line up featuring 2 members of Destroyer 666, another badass blackened thrash band. Razor of Occam

ABSU: Quality Footage From Holland's STONEHENGE Festival Posted Online

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 20:26:00 +0100

Quality video footage of the Texas-based mythological occult metal band ABSU performing at the Stonehenge "underground metal festival" on Saturday, July 25 at De Buze in Steenwijk, The Netherlands can be viewed below (courtesy of "letthedeathmetalflow").... (

ABSU, NACHTMYSTIUM: European Tour Dates Announced

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 18:04:00 +0100

Texas-based mythological occult metal band ABSU will embark on a full European tour later this year. Support on the trek will come from psychedelic black metal band NACHTMYSTIUM, Australia's RAZOR OF OCCAM (featuring members of DESTROYER 666) and ZOROASTER. Confirmed dates are a

ABSU, NACHTMYSTIUM: European Tour Dates Announced

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 11:33:00 +0100

Texas-based mythological occult metal band ABSU will embark on a full European tour later this year.... (Read complete news)

ABSU To Tour Europe With NACHTMYSTIUM

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 16:04:00 +0100

Texas-based mythological occult metal band ABSU will embark on a full European tour later this year.... (Read complete news)

Biography Absu

Absu
This article is about the black metal band. For mesopotamian deity also known as Absu, see Apsű. Absu is a black metal/thrash metal band from Plano, Texas, USA. Their early work leaned towards a death metal sound, but more recently they have incorporated a black and thrash metal sound with some celtic and folk music (which they call "Mythological Occult Metal"). Their lyrical themes are esoteric, ranging from Celtic myths and legends, Sumerian myths and legends, magic, weaponry, and sorcery. Biography Absu was formed in 1991 by Equitant Ifernain (Guitars, Bass, Lyrics) and Shaftiel (Guitars, Vocals). Shortly after that, they were joined by Proscriptor McGovern (Drums, Vocals, Lyrics), David Athron Mystica (Guitars), and Black Massith (Keyboards, Synth, Sequencing). The self-proclaimed "Mythological Occult Metal" has maintained a steady following in the extreme metal underground for a number of

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