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Eluveitie
Metal Awards Rating
7.8/10
Based on 20 votes
A leading force in folk metal, Eluveitie masterfully blends traditional Celtic melodies with melodic death metal. Formed in 2002, they utilize authentic folk instruments like hurdy-gurdy and bagpipes, crafting a sound both ancient and powerful. Albums like Slania and Ategnatos highlight their storytelling, often rooted in Gaulish history and mythology, making them a staple in folk metal.
Origin: Winterthur, Zürich, Switzerland
Genre: Folk metal, melodic death metal, Celtic metal
Formed: 2002
Members: Chrigel Glanzmann, Kay Brem, Rafael Salzmann, Matteo Sisti, Jonas Wolf, Alain Ackermann, Fabienne Erni, Lea-Sophie Fischer
Status: Active
Website: www.eluveitie.ch