Pothamus - Abur

A maelstrom of music and metaphysics, a crushing conduit for connection, contemplation and catharsis; ritualistic sludge-metal juggernauts Pothamus return to this plane of existence with new album ‘Abur’, the highly anticipated spiritual successor to their colossal debut, ‘Raya’.

The search for meaning stands central as a pillar of belief in the enigmatic world of Pothamus. Whilst blending eastern philosophy and western esotericism into a unique ontology, the band stay true to the fundamentals of music: sounds, instruments and bodies coming together just as they too drift away. To experience Pothamus is to open yourself to an immersive, out-of-body experience that transcends the ordinary and delves deep into the profound.

Based in Mechelen, Belgium, Mattias M. Van Hulle, Michael Lombarts and Sam Coussens formed Pothamus in 2013 and have been enthralling audiences with their breathtaking command of hypnotic riffage, floating drones, tribal percussion, and abrasive bass lines for over a decade. Their debut full-length release, 2020’s ‘Raya’ (via Consouling Sounds) was an immediate and powerful testament to the band’s dedication to their distinctive sound, marking a significant milestone in the band’s journey. The trio’s pounding drums, colossal bass and hypnotic guitars conjure something truly primal as devotional-like vocals speak of elemental forces older than time itself, receiving critical acclaim and paving the way for transcendental live shows at some of Belgium’s most prestigious venues and at international festivals such as ArcTanGent, ESNS, Motocultor and more.

Genre: Doom / Sludge / Post Metal