Gwynbleidd began in 2002 as a two-man project melding all the prime qualities of black, death and folk metal. By 2004, Michal (guitars, clean vocals) and Maciej (rhythm guitars, bass, growls) had written more than an album's worth of dark, melodic, aggressive yet melancholic material. One Adam (drums) joined the fold, the band recorded a four song demo/EP intended to showcase Gwynbleidd's eclectic, progressive music.
What begun as an idea for a demo, became the band's "Amaranthine" EP, self released in 2006. The disc has proven a worthy opener to Gwynbleidd's discography. Within two months of seeing the light of day, the debut was picked up by The End Records for its mailorder distribution.
The band later enlisted Jakub to fill all live bass duties and were finally ready to hit the stage. In 2006, the four-piece performed live numerous times, always attracting a healthy turnout of fans and friends alike. It was the beginning of 2007, however , that marked the band's most notable live events to day. Gwynbleidd performed at the amazing Heathen Crusade Festival ( Minnesota), as well as during the Ballet Deviare Company live productions.
Since then Gwynbleidd has been concentrating on recording what is to become the first full-length album - "Nostalgia" and is searching for a suitable label to back its release
Six years in the making, the first full length album is arriving on April 23rd, 2009 through Blackcurrant Records. Released in the form of a digipack, this edition is limited to 1000 copies.
Amaranthine EP (2006)
The debut EP is currently available through our web site and sites listed below. At the moment there are about 350 copies remaining as Amaranthine will never be re-printed again. Use the PayPal buttons below if you'd like to get a copy!
Thanks to everyone who came out to this years Powerfest. We had a great time and made alot of new friends. And, Thanks for stopping by the Dark Star Records Booth. We hope to see you all again next year. Here are some pictures from all three days, May 7th, 8th, 9th, 2009.
hailz all- the new cd sounds great - thanks for the cool cd party at lit - jazz/metal grtz-rhscheryl -bass.......flute mistress of epic doom metal ..altar of oblivion ..denmark
I just received the album in the mail today and it is an absolute wonder. Thank you for your talents. The album is melancholic all the while powerful with hints of ferocity. Looking forward to seeing you live a second time ...
had a little present in the mailbox when we got home.. thanks a lot guys, can;t wait to sit down and give the album a full listen. EVERYONE BUY IT NOW!
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