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Obsidian
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Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Netherlands

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Member Since6/16/2006
Band Websitehttp://www.obsidian.nu
Band Members
  • Robbe K - Vocals
  • Sjaak Kassies - Guitar
  • Melle Kramer - Drums
  • Simon Lawford - Guitar
  • Gerben van der Bij - Bass



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  • InfluencesOpeth, Meshuggah, Darkane, Scarve, Burst, Extol, Soilwork, In Flames, Gojira, Cynic, The Dillinger Escape Plan, In Quest, Unearth, Isis, Cult of luna, Tool, Textures, Lamb of God, Killswitch engage, Pain of Salvation, Mnemic, Mastodon, Symbyosis, Fear Factory, Devin Townsend, Machine Head, Sol Niger Within, Theory in Practice, Dimmu Borgir, Soilwork, Sybreed, All That Remains, Parkway Drive, Amorphis, Ion Dissonace, Tesseract, Porcupine Tree, Aghora, Hacride, Mistaken Element MySpace Tracker
    Sounds LikeMeshuggah, Opeth, Burst, Darkane, Textures, Scarve, Cynic, Atheist, Extol, Gojira
    Record LabelRusty Cage Records
    Type of LabelIndie


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       Upcoming Shows ( view all )
    Jan 30 2010 9:00P
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       About Obsidian
    Studio video blogs
    Studio video blog, Part 4: The vocals


    Studio video blog, Part 3: The bass


    Studio video blog, Part 2: The guitars


    Studio video blog, Part 1: The drums


    Video clip: Footprints

    Heavy grooves, bashing rhythms and hypnotizing melodies with a polyrithmic twist: Obsidian started it's adult live in 2002 when drummer Melle Kramer joined Simon Lawford (Guitars), Glen Loupias (Bass), and Sjaak Kassies (Guitar).

    The renewed line-up made it possible for the band to experiment and evolve, creating a unique, dynamic style of music in the vein of bands like Meshuggah, Scarve, Cynic and Opeth.

    Obsidian played big Dutch venues like the Melkweg and Paradiso in Amsterdam, the Mezz in Breda and the P60 in Amstelveen, supporting bands like Textures and Gorefest. And after two demos and finals in the Amsterdam Popprijs and the renowned Metal Battle, Obsidian had earned their share of respect.

    But Obsidian was not yet complete. Simon and Sjaak had to divide their attention between killing their guitars and screaming at the microphone. They felt it would be better to keep it at one task at the time and to leave other things to other people. So the search for a new frontman had begun.

    A fitting vocalist was found in the person of Serge Regoor (ex-Amethyst), who did the vocals on Obsidian's first full-length album 'Emerging' in 2006 - which was mixed and mastered by Jochem Jacobs (Textures, Sengaia). But shortly after releasing the record, Obsidian and Serge decided to part ways. A new vocalist - and true frontman! - was quickly found in the person of Robbe K (Disavowed, Arsebreed).

    'Emerging' was received with a lot of enthusiasm by the press (see next page), and it didn't take long for a label to take interest in Obsidian. In March 2007 Obsidian signed with Rusty Cage Records (also known for Non-Divine and Cypher) for an official international re-release of 'Emerging', fully remixed and remastered and fitted with new vocals by Robbe K.

    After the release of 'Emerging' followed some prestigious gigs, among which an appearance at the Arnhem Metal Meeting 2008 with metal legends like Satyricon, Sodom, Asphix, Marduk, Primordial and Unleashed.

    Some time later bass player Glen decided that his path was going to continue outside of Obsidian. Luckily a more then worthy replacement was found in Gerben van der Bij (Disavowed) who took over the duty's on bass. After a period of harmonious preparation, Obsidian was ready to hit the stage again and to finish writing new material for the follow-up of 'Emerging'.


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    Obsidian's Friends Comments
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    quickstand

    quickstand



    Nov 12 2009 3:52 PM

    glad you've signed the new label!i'm very waiting for new album
    SEMEN DATURA (3rd album out now)

    SEMEN DATURA (3rd album out now)



    Nov 12 2009 8:53 AM

    GUTE NACHT!

    3rd album 'EINSAMKEIT' out now on ATMF!

    (don't believe in advertising - only believe in you)
    Path of Golconda(new Songs online!!!)

    Path of Golconda(new Songs online!!!)



    Nov 10 2009 1:02 PM

    Hell-o,

    the long wait is over and our new record will finally be released:

    On Friday 13th, November 2009, our new album, RETURN, will be out!

    Feel free to check our MySpace to listen to some songs, see a studio
    report and get more news about RETURN. You can order the CD via Amazon
    or our homepage www.pathofgolconda.com which will be completely revamped by November 13th,

    too!

    We hope you like the record, and we are looking forward to your comments!

    Cheers
    PATH OF GOLCONDA
    Tom MacLean

    Tom MacLean



    Nov 8 2009 10:59 PM

    Helaas! Niet meer! Maar ik wens jullie veel geluk! Wanneer zal het nieuwe album beschikbaar?
    Age of Panic

    Age of Panic



    Nov 8 2009 8:42 AM

    New Songs Online!!!! Check it out!!

    We've finally managed to finish the album. Soon to be followed by a release party....and a party it will be!

    Keep you posted!

    The ol' Geezers from Age of Panic
    Jennifer Kennedy

    Jennifer Kennedy



    Nov 7 2009 4:58 PM

    Welcome to iferland, Love Queen ifer Jenny Blink Blink I love you.
    BrutalBrad!

    Brad Meister
    Online Now!


    Nov 7 2009 3:45 PM

    Thanks for the add....Awesome Music.....Stay Brutal!!
    A’N’T

    A’N’T



    Nov 6 2009 9:56 AM

    CHEERS!! :-)

    ANT-ROCKS.COM
    Chazz

    Chazz



    Nov 4 2009 5:02 PM

    wow guys! i'm so stoked about your record deal. you really deserve it so, they're lucky to have you. still can't wait for the new album and hopefully this means i can see you live in the states some time soon.

    -sol
    Prilpop Festival

    Prilpop Festival



    Nov 2 2009 5:44 PM

    Prilpop Festival 2010
    Zoekt bands en DJ's die op 2,3,4 of 5 april 2010 op willen treden.

    voor meer info zie:
    www.myspace.com/prilpop
    KATATURA - LOOKING FOR BASSPLAYER

    KATATURA - LOOKING FOR BASSPLAYER
    Online Now!


    Nov 1 2009 5:13 PM

    HELLO FRIEDS,


    WE HAVE FINISHED THE PRE-PRODUCTION OF OUR FORTHCOMING FIRST ALBUM!!!

    PREVIEW OF TWO EXCLUSIVE SONGS NOW ONLINE!!


    CHECK IT OUT


    P.S.: FREE DOWNLOAD:
    KATATURA'S "LAST.FM" SITE
    Mephistopheles

    Mephistopheles



    Oct 29 2009 10:42 AM

    Hey wasup? hws it goin?
    FanKàz (NEW SONGS!!!)

    FanKàz (NEW SONGS!!!)



    Oct 27 2009 2:18 PM

    NEW SONGS!!!
    GWYDION - New Videos Online - Studio Report 2 !

    GWYDION - New Videos Online - Studio Report 2 !



    Oct 20 2009 7:08 PM

    Hey, how's everything?
    We hope to see ya soon at one of our shows and make sure to check out the merchandise in our shop !

    HORNS UP !!!!!!
    GWYDION
    http://www.freewebstore.org/GwydionShop
    DREAMSCAPE

    DREAMSCAPE



    Oct 20 2009 9:29 AM

    in 2012 our world will change!

    drink clear water.
    breath deep and slowly.
    go outside and enjoy the nature.
    don't trust your ego - trust your fellings.
    follow your dreams. beware of illusions.
    if you do this i promise you: your life will change the best way!

    kind regards!
    wolfgang

    DREAMSCAPE (progressive metal from germany)
    new cd february 2010!
    epidemic scorn

    epidemic scorn



    Oct 18 2009 6:54 PM

    thx for adding and supporting us
    Infested Blood-INTERPLANAR DECIMATION OUT NOW!!!

    Infested Blood-INTERPLANAR DECIMATION OUT NOW!!!



    Oct 17 2009 7:45 PM

    Thanks for support us!!!
    Cheers from Brazil!!
    STAY BRUTAL!!!
    A

    A Bookings



    Oct 14 2009 1:27 PM

    dank voor de add!

    check out:

    TASTE OF INSANITY

    known as 'the dutch Mastodon' by Dutch media

    www.myspace.com/tasteofinsanity
    ROCKHARZ Open-Air

    ROCKHARZ Open-Air



    Oct 9 2009 3:08 PM

    Rockharz 2010:

    Pre-Sales starts tonight.

    Already confirmed:
    Subway to Sally
    Doro
    Krypteria
    Feuerengel
    End of Green

    More coming soon, Watch out!!
    Antithesis (looking for gigs!!!)

    Antithesis (looking for gigs!!!)



    Oct 5 2009 8:21 PM

    Thanks for the add and support!
    Greetings from Poland!

    SEITA

    SEITA



    Oct 4 2009 10:28 PM

    Welcome Obsidian, good to be friends! For sure we'll meet soon!

    SEITA - Brutal Brazilian Metal from Amsterdam!
    ETERNAL GRAY

    ETERNAL GRAY
    Online Now!


    Oct 4 2009 9:37 PM

    Shalom Obsidian and welcome to our Network, we're glad to share our music with you.

    Stay in touch!
    Eternal Gray
    WinterStorm

    WinterStorm



    Oct 4 2009 4:11 PM

    Willkommen im dunklen Reich der Schwarzen Seele! Danke für die Freundschaft! Lg. Schwarze Seele
    the wHiTe HoRsEs project

    the wHiTe HoRsEs project



    Oct 4 2009 2:01 PM

    Thank you. A pleasure.
    IN BLACKEST VELVET [songs uploaded]

    IN BLACKEST VELVET [songs uploaded]



    Oct 4 2009 1:19 PM

    Hi.
    Thanks for the add.
    Please listen our songs and give us your opinion!

    Best wishes from Germany
    IN BLACKEST VELVET
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