Band Line Up 2016

Formed in 2009, Karybdis grabbed the attention of the metal world with their debut album From The Depths. Released in 2012, it was a tour-de-force of ruthlessly contemporary but defiantly non-conformist extreme metal that embraced everything from the howling harmonies of the Gothenburg set to the brutish clatter of deep, dark hardcore. Bolstered by a concept fuelled by Greek myths and legends, it stood apart from the generic hordes by simply aiming higher than the rest. Subsequent live performances confirmed the potency of the band’s vision and collective will and despite their proudly self-sufficient, DIY approach, the band began to generate a buzz in the wider world. 

Fast forward to 2016 and Karybdis maintained their forward thrust with the release of sophomore album Samsara. Produced by AudioHammer Studios maestro Mark Lewis (The Black Dahlia Murder, Whitechapel) Samsara is an explosive and often celebratory collection of songs that spark and fizz with renewed urgency and an emboldened sense of purpose. Look out for Karybdis tearing up stages at venue near you this year.

'One of the most promising bands to emerge from the UK metal scene in recent years'

Metal Hammer

Karybdis are absolutely delighted to be back at BOA  2016. We were fortunate enough to be invited to play at the festival in 2013 and we've desperate to come back ever since. Anyone who's been to Bloodstock knows how fantastic the atmosphere in the Sophie Lancaster Stage is on the Thursday evening and can't wait to get up there and start the party. See you at the front!