Windhand

Hailing from Virginia, this female-fronted fivesome are known for creating a wall of sound dominated by fuzzy guitars. Following their 2012 self-titled debut, Windhand’s sophomore offering ‘Soma’ (2013) is another slab of thunderously heavy stoner doom metal. Most of the tracks on this album also feature on 2014’s ‘Live at Roadburn’, which is the perfect introduction to Windhand if you’re not familiar with their trademark Sabbathian vibe. The years following 2016 marked a further descent into the depths of their sound. Their 2018 album ‘Eternal Return’, produced by Jack Endino (Nirvana, Soundgarden), was a pivotal moment, blending crushing heaviness with mournful psychedelia and showcasing Dorthia Cottrell’s haunting, hypnotic vocals in full force. It’s a doomy yet dreamy album that balances fuzz-drenched riffs with melodic introspection. This is their last full-length to date but apparently new material is in the works. Still, frontwoman Dorthia Cottrell couldn’t wait that long and in 2023 she released a solo album, ‘Death Folk Country’. Windhand’s live presence is rooted in atmosphere, with each performance feeling like a slow-burning ritual. No gimmicks, just pure, soul-crushing doom with heart. #GMM25