• Sludge
• Label : Vinyltroll / MinorObscur a.o.
• Territory : Europe
• Booking : jens@audiblemusic.dk
• Home Town : Copenhagen

Arisen from the undergrounds of Copenhagen, Denmark, this beyond-heavy and intense trio has set out to paralyze the hordes with their distorted and immensely dirty soundscapes supported by mesmerizing visuals that swallows even reality itself.

Formed in early 2018 by Lars Pontoppidan (guitar/vocals), Patrick Fragtrup (guitar/vocals), and Tejs Kyhl (drums), DYING HYDRA consists of members with extensive experience in the Danish underground metal scene, having previously played together in a now-defunct band. Upon playing together, as a trio with no bass but instead with octave pedals added for low end, the trio’s efforts spawned a new vigor and inspiration materializing in what has now become the band’s own unique heavy, atmospheric and sludgy sound.

Despite the relatively short period of existence, the band has already shared stages with luminaries such as Bongripper (US), Hatesphere (DK), Orm (DK), Alkymist (DK), and Primitive Man (US), leaving an indelible mark on the underground circuit.

“Strange and Beautiful Things” delves into the mysteries of the great oceans, exploring themes of human impact on the environment, the awe-inspiring marine life, and the profound vastness of the abyss. Each track encapsulates these narratives both lyrically and musically, delivering a relentless onslaught of crushing heaviness, dynamic shifts, and atmospheric compositions unique to DYING HYDRA‘s sonic universe.