Irregang

Irregang, in places also the Spielleut Irregang, is a native of Thuringia band from the field of medieval music.

The beginnings of the current four-member band date back to 1999, when band members Felix and Lehnchen met for a theatrical performance. Together with the later band member Dr. Met. Falcinellus they positioned themselves in the genre of medieval rock. In their self-perception, the ensemble members see themselves in the development phase of an independent musical style, which, although resorting to medieval melody and text fragments, but with the arrangement and elements of folk and rock closer to today's listening habits.

The debut album "In the intoxication of the pipes" appeared in the year 2005. In July 2010 followed her second album called "Golias", which was chosen in September of the same year to the CD of the month of the medieval music Internet portal minnesang.com. In October 2010, the music magazine Sonic Seducer reported on the band and also published a review of the new CD. Furthermore, Irregang are represented both on the medieval-facetted sampler of Zillo 2008 [3] and 2010 and also on the "Cold Hands Seduction" Vol.111 is with "Clauso Chronos" one of their songs.

Irregang also perform live on medieval markets and relevant music festivals both in Germany - such as the Falkensteiner Minneturnier at Burg Falkenstein - and in Denmark or France. In the movie "The Beloved Sisters" (2014), the musicians portrayed contemporary musicians in a dance scene under a lime tree and composed the piece "Studentdreider" for them. With the release of the third album "Faulenzia" in August 2017, Maledict left the band, which has since appeared as a trio. The play "Spielmann" was released in 2018 on the sampler Verbünder V, which was also reported in the magazine Karfunkel in the May 2018 issue.

MEMBERS:

Felix der Pfeyffer

Dr. Met Falcinellus

Maledict von Wegen

Christoph der Vielsaitige

Irregang - Discography

CD Lied (2018)

Faulenzia (2017)

  

Golias (2010)

Im Rausch der Pfeyffen (2005)

The Moon and the Nightspirit

The Moon and the Nightspirit is a pagan-folk band from Hungary, brought to life in 2003 by Ágnes Tóth and Mihály Szabó. Since then they crafting a distinct artistic signature, reflected not only in their music but also in the unique visual universe that illustrates their work.

Ágnes, a skilled singer and multi-instrumentist, is also the talented lady responsible for the paintings which bring to The Moon and the Nightspirit’s music a fantasy-setting populated by creatures that trace back to traditional Hungarian legends and folklore. These memories of times forgotten also echo through the lyrics written by guitarist Mihály, which outline the spiritual mindset behind the project. From the beginning they wanted to be a full time band and play as many live shows as possible. To be able to do this the band completed by two permanent live members Gábor Végh and Gergely Cseh.

Such a combination has been greeted with growing enthusiasm since the release of their 2005 debut album on Equilibrium Music, “Of Dreams Forgotten and Fables Untold”, and the early shows that followed, which included an appearance on Hungarian National Television. Later, and in support of “Regõ Rejtem”, their second album, The Moon and the Nightspirit had the opportunity to tour throughout most of Europe. Playing in small fair markets and large festivals alike, including prestigious events such as Trolls et Legendes (Belgium), Wave-Gotik-Treffen (Germany) and Castle Party (Poland) and also invited to Castlefest in The Nederlanden this year. The band shared the stage with names like Corvus Corax, Faun, Omnia, Blackmore’s Night or Korpiklaani, and gradually conquered a prominent role in the Pagan/Folk scene.

Returning with “Ösforrás”, their third album, the duo invite the listener to the star-woven realm of the wise elders, the ones who knew the secrets of nature and walked the path of light eternal, and embody on their new material a more tribal and exotic approach, in intense rituals dedicated to the old and eternal tradition.

This collection of songs, which feed from the Ösforrás - the “Source Pristine”, the primordial womb, from which all has sprung, a sacred place where all is one - comes together as an offering to the slumbering gods of the old forests, streams and stones.

Weaving a web where threads of ancient mysticism combine with dreamy atmospheres, where World Music acquires a bewitching Pagan aura, The Moon and the Nightspirit live up to their potential as one of the most exciting and refreshing acts in the genre.

In spring of 2011 the 4th album Mohalepte have been released. It is a bewitching sylvan music inspired by Mother Nature. The band left Equilibriummusic and released the new cd by their own.

MEMBERS:

Ágnes: vocals, violin, dulcimer, harp, keyboards, percussions

Mihály: acoustic guitar, acoustic bass, kalimba, dulcimer, vocals

Gergely: live bass

Gábor: live percussions

The Moon and the Nightspirit - Discography

Metanoia (2017)

Holdrejtek (2014)

Mohalepte (2011)

Ősforrás (2009)

Regő Rejtem (2007)

Of Dreams Forgotten and Fables Untold (2005)

Nechochwen

Formed in 2005, West Virginia's Nechochwen is the passionate exploration of Native American Indian heritage through stunning classical guitar instrumentation and lush atmosphere with occasional forays into extreme metal.

With his debut full-length, "Algonkian Mythos" for Dark Horizon Records, Nechochwen focuses on the era surrounding French and Indian War. By the call of war drums, ritualistic/shamanic/trance-like ambient passages, and bold musical compositions that embrace eclectic/folk instrumentation, "Algonkian Mythos" inspires a vibrant mental journey guided further back in time by ancestral spirits eager to share the tales of how they lived, and died.

On the Bindrune Debut, "Azimuths to the Otherworld", Nechochwen takes us on a 14 track journey into the mysterious world of the Adena and Hopewell people that dwelled in the Ohio River Valley nearly 2 millennia ago. Recorded by Andrew Della Cagna at Sacred Sound Recording Studio www.myspace.com/obsidiansoundstudio , "Azimuths to the Otherworld" is the logical continuation of "Algonkian..." spiritually and musically in a bold mix of classical folk metal. Due to the dark and mystical content of this album, more of an aggressive and uniquely metal influence can be found dancing among the tracks. The results are truly magical/groundbreaking as Nechochwen look deep within and further back in time to lead the spirits back from their home among the stars, to once again traverse the forgotten trails of the Ohio River Valley.

MEMBERS:

Nechochwen - Nylon and Steel String Guitars, Vocals, Hand Drum, Flute and Lalawas

Pohonasin - Drums, Bass

Nechochwen - Discography

Heart of Akamon (2015)

Oto (2012)

Azimuths To The Otherworld (2010)

Algonkian Mythos (2008)

The Hills and the Rivers

A few days ago the band The Hills and the Rivers released their new album titled The Fool & the Magician

On its latest record The Fool and the Magician, Appalachian folk collective The Hills and the Rivers have crafted a ten-song endeavor with roots and album imagery based on tarot symbolism. And just as pulling cards in a deck can provide you guidance on your life choices or relationships, the record details a personal journey into the unknown, armed with a little intuition and the power of choice.

With enchanting harmonies and vocal work (just listen to the magic of “Mmbop”), upright bass, violin, djembe, washboard, tambourine, octave mandolin, mandolin and banjo, the group builds dynamic sonic voyages like “The Leap” and gently meandering tunes like “Middle Garden.” The energy kicks up on “Gotta Get My Thrill,” a raucous song that sounds like the chaotic, uncertain and messy search for bliss and truth.

The Hills and the Rivers - The Fool & the Magician

I put the links where you can get this great album

WEB PAGE: http://thehillsandtherivers.com/index.html

BANDCAMP: https://thehillsandtherivers.bandcamp.com/album/the-fool-the-magician

SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5jMFXhF6BMZNDntDHxgluc

ITUNES: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/the-hills-and-the-rivers/1180844865

Australasia

Instrumental project mixing Post-Rock with post-Metal elements, Shoegaze and a touch of vintage electronica.

Australasia is an evolutionary musical project led by multi-instrumentalist "Gian Spalluto" from Italy. Its music evokes emotion and paints vivid pictures for the mind's eye, transporting the listener far beyond where his physical being is left standing.

Australasia's music reflects a childhood spent listening to Ennio Morricone's soundtracks, followed by a youth in extreme metal and heavy psych bands that led to a passion for shoegaze, post-rock and Blade Runner-era synthesizers.

Here subterranean streams alternate with tidal waves,

turning into cinematic pictures that can last just the blink of an eye.

A path distant from the typical instrumental music clichés.

MEMBERS:

Gian Spalluto

Australasia - Discography

Notturno (2015)

Twin Peaks Theme (2014)

Vertebra (2013)

Sin4tr4 (2012)

PerKelt

PerKelt has performed its unique, Celtic Medieval Speed Folk since 2008. All its members are highly-qualified, accomplished and award-winning musicians, performing on recorder, harp, guitar, percussion, and vocals. They perform passionate and energetic, strong, melodic Celtic sounds, through original composition with content drawn from Medieval and traditional sources. PerKelt has released three highly acclaimed albums and have performed over 500 shows around the world, playing regularly at Celtic, World music, and folk music festivals, Irish music venues, pubs, churches, castles, and Arts Centres. They are extremely proud to present refreshing, innovative and evocative Celtic music in a way that has never been heard before. They simply cannot be missed!

MEMBERS:

Pavlina Bastlova /vocals,recorders, harp -

Stepan Honc /guitar -

David Maurette /drums

Duncan Menzies /Fiddles, Vocals

PerKelt - Discography

Dancer in the Wind (2016)

Dowry of a Troll Woman (2013)

Delirium - Franconian Pagan Metal

The Pagan Metal band Delirium from Franconia puts their listeners with great attention to varied, melodic riffing in combination with steadily present harshness in times past, when the Franconian culture was alive everywhere.

The lyrics deal with legends and legends from all over Franconia on the one hand,

as well as themes from the Germanic world of gods and historical events on the other.

Since its founding in 2006, the sound of the 5 musicians has changed from raw, raw Death Metal to a wide-ranging world of sound, using all aspects of rock and metal.

From black metallic chaos, swinging melody passages to crashing straight rock reefs you get everything served on a colorful mixed slab.

If you have an appetite, you can join one of the numerous live concerts

like to convince of the qualities and celebrate the old gods and life with us!

MEMBERS:

Steffen Schultheiß - Gitarre ≡

Tobias Herrmann - Gitarre ≡

Björn Bayer - Bass ≡

Simon Dittrich - Schlagwerk ≡

Manuel Hiller - Stimme

Delirium - Discography

Wolfshenker [2014]

Das Erbe der alten Zeit [2013]

Frankenblut [2011]

Asatru [2009]