Christian Death – The worldwide legendary Godfathers of Gothic Rock.

[melter] comprises Robert Hyman and Jax Allos: a sonic disturbance made of flesh, blood, and machine.Their 2023 self-titled EP ranges from the jarring, distorted rhythms and menace of dark alternative rock and industrial noise, through to the brooding atmospheres of darkwave and grinding gloom. Onstage, Hyman’s propulsive battery of live drums drives the duo’s mix of electronics and heavy distorted bass; whilst Allos stalks the stage like some menacing hybrid of Peter Murphy’s more sinister sister, and an animatronic pterosaur that threatens to malfunction at any moment.

BLACK SEASON WITCH is a Chicago-based band and art collective known for their distinctive Cinematic Goth and Industrial Rock sound. The group blends elements of goth, classical, heavy metal, and hard electronic sounds, heavily influenced by the Chicago Industrial scene. Their music is characterized by “ritual vibes,” theatrical horror elements, and hellfire riffs.