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Wrath Of Killenstein
12+ albums
black metalindustrial metalgoth metalGothic Metalmetal
about
Wrath of Killenstein is an American Metal band (with elements of Goth) founded in New York by the thorn-clad Killenstein (guitar and vocals). Their self titled CD demo "Wrath of Killenstein" was released in November 2000 featuring drummer Kenny Walters on the tracks "Whorella" and "The Raptus", Joe Coffey on lead guitar and Killenstein - rhythm guitar, bass, vocals and keyboards. The CD was well received by fans and critics alike and was featured in magazines and radio shows internationally including a "four skulls" rating in Rue Morgue and being labeled "Halloween essential" by Brave words & Bloody Knuckles. After a few one-off live show performances with various stand-in musicians, a solid live band was put into place with Joe Coffey lead guitar, Matt Michael on drums and Mark Krohm on bass. The band found particular success performing at New York City area fetish parties and S&M clubs with a unique horror-themed custom stage show designed to adjust and fit each venue large or small. In 2004 Wrath of Killenstein had two songs featured on DM / Sky records compilation "From The Shadows....Metal for the Modern Era" along with The Dillinger Escape Plan, Mastodon and more. The same year the band made an appearance at the Milwaukee Metalfest with The Misfits and in 2005 appeared at Gothstock in Connecticut with the Genetorturers. In 2006 Killenstein released "Wrath Of Killenstein MMVI" , a re-vamped, polished re-working of the original demo CD released several years earlier. W
why this is interesting
This self-titled demo merits attention for its thoughtful synthesis of metal aggression with gothic atmosphere—a balance many bands struggle to achieve. Released in 2000, it demonstrates compositional maturity rare in early recordings, particularly in how Killenstein weaves keyboards and layered vocals into the sonic landscape without sacrificing metal's visceral power. The project's international recognition wasn't based on novelty but on genuine craft: Rue Morgue's high rating and Brave Words' endorsement suggest critics recognized something beyond trend-chasing. The collaboration between Killenstein's multifaceted instrumental and vocal work with supporting musicians creates textural depth that rewards repeated listening, making this an intriguing entry point for those
