MEH SUFF! WINTER-FESTIVAL 2026

FR/SA, 09./10.01.2026

DYNAMO / ZÜRICH

18:00 / 15:00

ROTTING CHRIST

Rotting Christ is a pioneering Greek black metal band formed in 1987, credited with shaping the signature Greek black metal sound of the early ’90s. Originally a grindcore act, they transitioned into black metal with influential releases like Satanas Tedeum (1989) and Passage to Arcturo (1991). Known for their dark atmosphere and relentless touring, they’ve shared stages with legends such as Behemoth, Deicide, and Immortal. With 14 studio albums, including The Heretics (2019) and Pro Xristou (2024), Rotting Christ remains a cornerstone of the global extreme metal scene, celebrated for their longevity, innovation, and uncompromising spirit.

ELLENDE

Ellende is an Austrian black metal project founded in 2011 by multi-instrumentalist and songwriter L.G. as a solo endeavor. Drawing its name from a Middle High German word meaning “exile” or “misery,” Ellende channels themes of isolation, melancholy, and inner turmoil. While firmly a one-man studio project, Ellende became a live entity in 2012 with session musicians. L.G. has released multiple acclaimed works, including Todbringer (2016), Lebensnehmer (2019), and Ellenbogengesellschaft (2022), blending atmospheric black metal with emotionally raw expression. Ellende stands as one of Austria’s most respected extreme metal acts, known for its intensity, sincerity, and artistic integrity.

LEGION OF THE DAMNED

Legion of the Damned is a Dutch extreme thrash metal band known for their relentless aggression and dark, crushing sound. Emerging in the early 2000s, they quickly made their mark with albums like Malevolent Rapture (2006) and Sons of the Jackal (2007), and have since toured with icons such as Cannibal Corpse, Behemoth, and Kreator. With a discography shaped by producers Andy Classen and Peter Tägtgren, the band blends thrash with blackened death metal elements. Their 2019 release Slaves of the Shadow Realm marked a new peak of intensity. Legion of the Damned remains a dominant force on global metal stages.

BEHEADED

Beheaded is Malta’s premier death metal export, formed in 1991 and known for their unrelenting brutality and unwavering dedication to the genre. Rising from the underground with their 1995 demo Souldead, the band has since released six full-length albums and toured across Europe, the U.S., and Asia. Blending influences from both European and American death metal, Beheaded deliver technically blistering and thematically intense performances. Their latest album Għadam dives into Maltese folklore, fusing crushing riffs with religious hymns and funeral marches. A haunting and powerful work, it cements Beheaded’s legacy as a force in extreme metal.

FIRTAN

Firtan is a black metal band from Lörrach, Germany, formed in 2010. Initially rooted in pagan metal, their sound has since evolved into an emotionally charged, cinematic form of post-black metal, blending elements of black, pagan, prog, and orchestral music. Known for their raw yet refined compositions, Firtan has released four acclaimed albums, including Okeanos (2018), Marter (2022), and Ethos (2024) via AOP Records. Collaborations with artists like J.J. (Harakiri for the Sky) and L.G. (Ellende) have further enriched their sound. With appearances at major festivals like Summer Breeze and Party.San, Firtan continue to leave a deep mark on the European metal scene.

EREB ALTOR

Ereb Altor is a Swedish Viking metal band founded in 2003 by Mats and Ragnar, inspired by the epic legacy of Bathory and Norse mythology. Fusing soaring choirs, atmospheric soundscapes, and fierce black metal elements, Ereb Altor has carved their own path in the epic metal genre. With albums released via I Hate Records, Napalm Records, Cyclone Empire, and later Hammerheart, their music tells ancient Scandinavian tales with powerful emotion. The band has grown into a formidable live force, appearing at major festivals like Wacken and Hellfest. In 2016, they paid tribute to Bathory, hailed as true heirs of Quorthon.

KARG

Karg is an Austrian post-black metal band founded in 2006 by Michael Kogler (also known as J.J. of Harakiri for the Sky) as a solo project. Blending ambient black metal with post-rock influences, Karg has evolved into one of Austria’s most emotionally intense and atmospheric acts. Originally a one-man studio endeavor, Karg released multiple acclaimed albums including Weltenasche (2016), Dornenvögel (2018), and Traktat (2020), which formed a conceptual trilogy. In 2025, the project transformed into a full band for the first time with the album Marodeur, featuring collaborations with members of Firtan, Svntarer, and Perchta, and supported by a European tour.

ALKALOID

Alkaloid is a progressive extreme metal band from Germany, featuring members of Triptykon, Obscura, Dark Fortress, and Obsidious. Formed by Morean (vocals/guitars), Hannes Grossmann (drums), Christian Münzner (guitars), and Linus Klausenitzer (bass), the band blends technical death metal with cosmic, Lovecraftian, and philosophical themes. Known for their genre-defying sound, Alkaloid released The Malkuth Grimoire (2015), Liquid Anatomy (2018), and Numen (2023) via Season of Mist. Numen explores godlike perspectives, alien intelligences, and spacetime manipulation, showcasing virtuosic musicianship and visionary storytelling. Alkaloid’s music balances brutal intensity with melodic complexity, forging a path through metal’s outer limits.

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