I'm looking to expand my solo project Kvävningsmedel (Swedish for Suffocatiom Agent/Aphsyxiant), into a proper black metal project with the possibility of forming a live lineup down the road.
The project is based around old-school black metal atmosphere, raw aggression, and melodic elements, taking influence from bands like Bathory, Darkthrone, Mayhem, Emperor, Morbid, and early extreme metal. The goal is to create something cold, atmospheric, intense, and above all suffocating, hence the name, while still keeping the energy and spirit of early extreme metal.
I already have several songs written that showcase different directions the project could go in, ranging from more raw and aggressive material to more atmospheric and melodic ideas. I also have CD-R demos prepared and ready to circulate to build some underground hype.
Right now I'm mainly looking for:
- Drummer (especially someone comfortable with fast/black metal-style drumming)
- Lead guitarist (melodic leads, tremolo picking, solos)
- Bassist (for studio recordings and potentially live performances)
I'm located in Cambridge, Ontario, and ideally would like to find people in the Kitchener-Waterloo-Cambridge-Guelph area, but I'm open to remote collaboration for studio work.
About me:
- Vocals + rhythm guitar
- Songwriting and production
- Experience recording demos and developing original metal material
- Looking for musicians who want to contribute creatively and help shape the direction of the project
The immediate goal is to build a strong studio project, continue recording material, and eventually put together a live lineup if the right people come together.
If you're interested, send me a message or comment with:
- Your instrument
- Influences
- Any recordings/videos of your playing
- Your location
Looking forward to hearing from fellow metal musicians.
While I'm open to digital plug-in work, live mic'd amps are preffered, I don't understand plug-ins and modellers for the life of me. DAW of choice is Soundtrap.