Mixing sludge, tribal and post-rock elements, Pothamus takes you on an enchanting trip. In this trio’s enigmatic world – molded by repetitive riffage and floating drones backed by trance-inducing percussion and abrasive bass lines – the search for meaning stands central. Be sure to catch this captivating trip live. Tune low, turn up, drift off.

Quotes: 

“Fusing all the best bits from sludge and post-metal’s most lauded heavyweights into one, Raya is a mighty odyssey for genre fans, or just those who want to disappear into a totally alien aura for a short time.” – Metal Hammer

“I can find zero fault with this album. This feels fresh, unique, heavy and relaxed. ” – Echoes & Dust

“Raya is an impressive debut that comes amidst an impressive year for post-metal” – Metalstorm

“Chilling, eerie, spooky, evocative. Pothamus is the sound of a ritual for the death of 2020” – Decibel Magazine

“Tribalesque chants, pounding drums and heavy repetitive riffage are the ingredients that make Pothamus a captivating band for sure. Add some oriental, sludge and post-element seasoning and you will understand they are highly hypnotic” – Dunk! Festival

“Pothamus brengt de sfeervolle post-metal van het geweldige debuutalbum Raya op indrukwekkende wijze tot leven. Het is een show waar ze zonder twijfel veel nieuwe fans mee voor zich hebben gewonnen. Eerste echte hoogtepunt van het festival.” – 3voor12

“Heerlijke show om bij weg te dromen.” – Never Mind The Hype

“Perfecte set, perfecte visuals.” – daMusic