Khemmis and Agalloch

Agalloch, formed in Portland, Oregon, in 1995, gained a cult following with their 1999 debut "Pale Folklore." Known for blending black metal, gothic doom, and neo-folk, the band released acclaimed albums like "The Mantle" and "The Serpent & the Sphere" before disbanding in 2016. Founders John Haughm and Shane Breyer, along with Don Anderson and Jason William Walton, crafted a unique sound integrating neoclassical and ambient elements, achieving mainstream success and critical praise. Notable works include "The White" EP inspired by "The Wicker Man" and live favorite "Ashes Against the Grain."