Mordenheim



Grabesmond was formed in 1995 by Protector and Peter Kubik, both known for their involvement in established Austrian black metal bands. The project was created as an outlet to explore emotional expression and dark atmospheres beyond the typical boundaries of the metal scene. A limited demo titled In schwindendem Licht was released, but due to a lack of commitment, the project was disbanded within a few months. In 1996, following her arrival in Austria, Lucia-Mariam Fåroutan was introduced to the demo by Peter Kubik. Interested in forming a band and inspired by the material, she decided to revive Grabesmond with a new line-up and a broader musical vision, diverging from the original style. In spring 1997, a preliminary recording featuring selected tracks was sent to Draenor Productions. Soon after, the band signed with the label and recorded their debut album Mordenheim in October 1997 at Tonstudio Hörnix. The album was noted for its unconventional and genre-defying character, incorporating mystical, medieval, avant-garde, and classical influences. Its distinct approach made it difficult to categorise within any established musical scene. After a year-long hiatus, work began on a second album in early 1999. Xenoglossie was recorded over nine days at Tonstudio Hörnix and marked a shift towards a more contemporary sound. The album featured 15 tracks ranging from classical compositions and ethereal soundscapes to mechanical elements with heavy percussion, distorted effects, and female vocals. This release further expanded the project's stylistic scope, positioning Grabesmond as a boundary-pushing act whose music resists classification and aims to evoke a sense of otherworldly exploration. Read more on Last.fm. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.