Withersoul
monolithic and diverse doom metal from Richmond, Virginia..
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intro song: A dirge for the forsaken (2004) intro song: A dirge for the forsaken (2004)
Droning funeral doom intro to start things off. Should appeal to fans of Skepticism, Sunn O))), etc.
Now Yours... (2004) Now Yours... (2004)
Epic melodic doom...recorded at Karma Studios, Feb 2004 by Corey Smoot.
Forever, I will burn (2004) Forever, I will burn (2004)
Recorded at Karma studios Guest solos in this song done by Corey Smoot (Flattus Maximus of GWAR)
Exasperation's Tears (2004) Exasperation's Tears (2004)
Crushing epic doom... Last song recorded of the current sessions.. It's a long download, but worth it!
Descent Descent
Sludgy doom with the occasional thrashy parts.. Recorded in mid-2003 as a pre-production demo, in Fredricksburg, VA. It should surface again in a future release.
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DOOM METAL- Heavy, melodic, with variety and power...Band/artist history
Hailing from the city of Richmond, Virginia, the hometown of Edgar Allen Poe, Withersoul is the latest addition to the rich tapestry of doom metal. Unlike most bands within this genre, they are forging their own sound and looking towards the future, not the past. Their sound is an eclectic mix of the classic and current doom metal stylings, both musical & vocal diversity, and not to mention a sinister affinity for creating an oppressive drowning atmosphere that consumes everything in its path. The influences of this band range from My Dying Bride, Samael, Garden of Shadows, early Theater of Tragedy, and Candlemass to more esoteric influences like post-punk icons Killing Joke, My Bloody Valentine, and Joy Division. Throw all those bands into a blender, puree at slow speeds, serve at massively loud volumes, and you have beginning of what is Withersoul.
The foundation of this band started in early 2000, when Nathan (guitars) and William (bass) had been espousing to each other incessantly about their undying love for obscure world of doom metal. Even though, at the time, both musicians at the time were in non-doom metal bands themselves (Atromorta & From Within/Reflux respectively). It wasnt until 2002 when both schedules for the musicians were free and clear, did the creation of Withersoul finally take place. Rough instrumental demo tapes were sent around for musicians to hear. Because of these demos, kindred doomed souls Jeremy Shepard & Laura Jones (vocals) joined the band quickly.
The band gathered a great buzz off of Mp3.com and Iuma.com, with the completed home eight-track recordings of Forever, I Will Burn and Now Yours in which both ranked highly on the metal charts for both sites. Riding off of the success of the home recordings, the band decided to go into the studio in separate sessions at the end of January and February of 2004 to record their first studio demo with Corey Smoot (who is Flattus Maximus of GWAR) at his Karma Studios in Richmond, Virginia. Not only did he record the band, but Corey also leant his shredding soloing lead guitar skills to the song Forever, I Will Burn. The demo was put on Soundclick.com where it has been a mainstay within the top 20 on the Gothic and Heavy Metal charts. The band has also released the demo in a hand-numbered cd-r release, with plans heading back into the studio soon early 2005.
Initially just a studio band, the band has added Brett Garner (drums) and Jeremy Yeatts (lead guitar) of local Richmond band, Autumn Grey to complete the lineup. Now armed with full lineup of dedicated musicians, Withersoul are now mercilessly reeking pure doom mayhem amongst the unwitting masses with their sonic oppression at live shows all along the East Coast.
And there will be no survivorsHave you performed in front of an audience?Doom has never been in great demand in America, so road-time is greatly limited for any band in this style. However, that doesn't prevent us from getting out there and unleash some savage doom upon the unwitting masses. We love playing live..
Your musical influences
Black Sabbath, Candlemass, Killing Joke, Anathema, Septic Flesh, Dawn of Winter, Thergothon, Pentagram, Garden of Shadows, Lacuna Coil, Theater of Tragedy (old), Katatonia, Rotting Christ (old), My Dying Bride, Soilwork, Saint Vitus, Khanate, Rain Fell Within, Sunn o))), Skepticism, Opeth, the Obsessed, Paradise Lost (old), Blue Cheer, Celtic Frost, etc.
Richmond, VA
USA
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139692
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Comments (28)
Theater of 27 " I loke " epic saga
is now on my site, check it out cheers.
Kick ass stuff here! Keep up the heavy sh*t!
Your music helped make my day!
F*ck hard to heavy metal!
Keep your head stoned!
WHATS UP MY METAL BROTHERS..STRAIGHT UP FROM AUSTIN TEXAS...PEACE! GONNA CHECK OUT THE JAMZ....LATERZ
im really feeling your work, get at me if you want to collabe, im very universal im sure you guys are as well, stay original, and come and check out my first song its called DONT SNITCH! ITS A HEADBANGER1
Hi,
I think all music is great regardless of label or genre. Please check out my new songs "Dream Voyager & This is Paradise" when you have the time.
Thanks
Michael
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