''MethysOs'' is a Cypriot
folk metal
Folk metal is a fusion genre of heavy metal music and traditional folk music that developed in Europe during the 1990s. It is characterised by the widespread use of folk instruments and, to a lesser extent, traditional singing styles (for example ...
band formed in
Limassol
Limassol, also known as Lemesos, is a city on the southern coast of Cyprus and capital of the Limassol district. Limassol is the second-largest urban area in Cyprus after Nicosia, with an urban population of 195,139 and a district population o ...
, Cyprus in 2011. MethysOs has remained active in the Cyprus metal scene since its formation. The band has shared the stage with bands such as
Uriah Heep (band)
Uriah Heep are an English rock music, rock band formed in London in 1969. Their current lineup consists of guitarist Mick Box, keyboardist Phil Lanzon, lead vocalist Bernie Shaw, drummer Russell Gilbrook, and bassist Dave Rimmer. They have expe ...
,
Mnemic and
Grave Digger (band). Methysos is the first and only folk metal band from Cyprus.
History
The band was formed officially in November 2011 when George Satyros and Mario Kenji decided to materialise their passion for
folk metal
Folk metal is a fusion genre of heavy metal music and traditional folk music that developed in Europe during the 1990s. It is characterised by the widespread use of folk instruments and, to a lesser extent, traditional singing styles (for example ...
music. The founding members also co-existed in various local bands in the past. The lyrical theme of the band entails myths, legends and folk stories from around the world. The band name is a Greek word for drunkard.
In March 2012, the band released its first work, a demo titled ''Beyond Myths and Legends''. The three tracks of the demo, were then recorded again and included in their debut album.
Following a warm welcome from the local scene Methysos were called up to support bands including Clepto, Armageddon,
Mnemic,
Grave Digger (band) and
Uriah Heep (band)
Uriah Heep are an English rock music, rock band formed in London in 1969. Their current lineup consists of guitarist Mick Box, keyboardist Phil Lanzon, lead vocalist Bernie Shaw, drummer Russell Gilbrook, and bassist Dave Rimmer. They have expe ...
.
Many live shows and some band member changes later, the band took its current line-up in March 2014 when George Zeus and CK Madman joined forces with the band. In this form the band released in March 2016, and after almost a year of work on the album, their debut titled ''Folkloria''. An official video clip for "Drink Loud – Drink Proud" and a lyric video for "Waltz with the Gods" was also released to support the album.
The band has released their second album, ''Jukai'', in February 2018.
Members
Current line-up
* Mario Kenji – Bass, Vocals
* George Satyros – Drums
* George Zeus – Guitar
* Nidal Guitar
* CK Madman-
Keys
Discography
Albums
*''Beyond Myths and Legends'' (demo album) (2012)
*''Folkloria'' (2016)
*''Jukai'' (2018)
References
External links
Methysos – discography, line-up, biography, interviews, photosMETHYSOS unveil upcoming album details and teaser , , Metal SoundscapesMetal SoundscapesMethysOs , Albums, MembersMethysos – Encyclopaedia Metallum: The Metal Archives
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Cypriot heavy metal musical groups
Folk metal musical groups