DIY LIVE
HAY STEALTHY
BACCHUS PRIEST
CHRONOBOROS
HAY STEALTHY
Hay Stealthy, an Athens-based band, has been carving out a unique presence in the melodic post-metal scene with a sound that blends serene post-rock atmospheres with raw, dynamic post-metal intensity. By weaving together elements of both genres, they create a hybrid sound that stands apart, offering both delicacy and raw power.
The band’s compositions are notable for their depth and accessibility, merging slow to mid-tempo rhythms with expansive arrangements. Their gritty, refined production lends an edge to their music, while the growling vocals add a forceful, fitting complement to the sonic landscape. Every note and beat serves to amplify their richly textured sound, creating an atmosphere of weight and space.
Hay Stealthy’s debut album is a testament to their musical prowess, featuring finely crafted, engaging tracks that flow seamlessly. Each composition is a journey through layers of melody and heaviness, marked by precision and emotion. Hay Stealthy carves out sonic spaces that linger, offering depth and resonance in a genre where nuance and impact go hand in hand. Their work stands as a beacon of what melodic post-metal can achieve without compromising its raw essence.
BACCHUS PRIEST
Bacchus Priest, a doom metal band hailing from Athens, Greece, crafts a mesmerizing blend of heavy riffs and hypnotic atmospheres steeped in mysticism and the occult. Since forming in 2013, they have made a significant impact in the underground scene, captivating listeners with their entrancing combination of doom-laden tones and expansive psychedelic soundscapes.
Their music strikes a delicate balance between crushing heaviness and ethereal melodies, resulting in a deeply immersive experience. The band’s self-titled debut album and the EP Pater Peccavi showcase their talent for crafting layered, slow-burning compositions that evoke a haunting and captivating atmosphere. Rooted in old-school Doom and Psychedelic Doom, with their recent work embracing Death elements, Bacchus Priest forges a distinctive sonic world that remains powerful and deeply immersive, marked by darker, heavier undertones and a haunting, somber edge.
When Bacchus Priest takes the stage, they conjure a space where the boundaries between sound and ritual blur. Each performance channels an otherworldly energy, creating a dark and meditative atmosphere. Their shows resonate long after the final note, serving as both a musical journey and a ritual of heavy, hypnotic exploration.
CHRONOBOROS
Chronoboros, a sludge/noise/post-hardcore trio from Athens, Greece, has been making waves since their formation in 2014. Their distinct sound blends the heavy, relentless energy of sludge and noise rock with the ferocity and unpredictability of post-hardcore, resulting in a raw and captivating musical experience that defies easy categorization.
The band’s music is defined by relentless rhythms, heavy riffs, and bursts of chaotic noise that seamlessly transition between intensity and hypnotic moments. Their approach to songwriting and live performance captures a unique blend of raw power and intricate dynamics, creating a deeply resonant sonic experience. Chronoboros’ music resonates with listeners, pushing boundaries while remaining deeply grounded in the intensity that defines their genre.
Their 2022 album, It Happened Near Your Home, showcases their evolving sound and unflinching engagement with themes of social unrest, personal struggle, and human complexity. Tracks such as “Wooden It Would Seem” and “A Postcard From the Quicksand” demonstrate their mastery of combining heaviness with intricate arrangements, resulting in music that is both visceral and thought-provoking.
In their live performances, Chronoboros harnesses raw energy and uncompromising intensity to create moments of chaos and clarity. Each show becomes a powerful expression of their craft—unpredictable, gripping, and unyielding. Chronoboros remains a driving force in the underground, challenging and redefining the boundaries of their sound with every sonic assault.
SUPPORT DIY COMMUNITY
Deep within the heart of the DIY music scene, a vibrant force pulses, nurturing awareness, shaping convictions, and staunchly resisting any attempts to stifle its vitality. Through self-organization and collaboration within this community, we endeavor to deconstruct the prevailing organizer-spectator paradigm that governs profit-driven commercial entertainment spaces. Instead, we seize control by curating and orchestrating our own performances.
We eschew the concept of passive consumption and, in its place, cultivate an environment where all are encouraged to actively partake, contribute, and immerse themselves in the music and the community it fosters. Central to this ethos is the promotion of anti-commercialism, a principle to which we remain steadfastly committed. Despite the various expenses involved, we unwaveringly uphold the tradition of providing a contribution box at the entrance of our events, allowing attendees to give what they can, thus ensuring that financial constraints never become a barrier to participation.
To enable these endeavors and bring our ongoing projects to fruition, we rely on your invaluable financial support. Your contributions will directly bolster initiatives such as the upkeep of our sound system and the enhancement of our event space, among others. In extending your financial support, you become an integral cog in this endeavor, championing the values of creativity and grassroots collaboration. Together, we forge a vibrant and inclusive DIY music community that exalts the potency of collective expression.
We are dedicated to ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all. As such, we maintain a no-tolerance policy toward any form of discrimination, including but not limited to racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, and ableism. Our mission is to create a space where individuals of all identities and sexual orientations can express themselves freely, without fear of judgment or prejudice. If you feel uncomfortable or encounter any inappropriate behavior, please notify an organizer as soon as possible.