Doomed Confessionary: Hans Horn (Fhtagn)
Photo by Keiu Grossberg
Fhtagn is an instrumental doom/post-metal collective from Tartu, Estonia. Formed in October 2013, the current band members are Martin Aule (drums), Hans Horn (guitar, synth), Liisa Leppik (guitar) and Martin Toomsalu (bass). The main influences can be considered horror and sci-fi literature, films and modern and older heavy music. Low frequencies and lot of a fuzz.
So far, Fhtagn released »47°9’S 126°43’W« EP (2016) and three full-length albums: »Nõiaudu« (2018), »Mittekeegi eikusagilt« (2020) and »Sügavik« (2022).
Can you say a few words about your band?
Fhtagn is an instrumental post-metal/doom band from Tartu, Estonia, founded in 2013 and currently consists of four members.
Current line up:
Martin Aule – drums
Hans Horn – guitar, synth
Liisa Leppik – guitar
Martin Toomsalu – bass
What was the biggest challenge for the band?
Making an underground band is always a big challenge. Perhaps one of the biggest challenges right now is finding the financials to pay for the reheasal place and for making an album.
Also finding band members who have time and want to play.
What can you be most proud of so far?
I have never dropped my guitar pick during a gig. But the fact is that we have lasted almost 12 years in the music scene and during that time we have released 3 full-lengths albums and one EP.
What was your biggest regret?
No regrets.
What was the best concert/tour so far and why?
I personally can’t choose one concert or tour over another. It’s always cool to perform.
What was the biggest surprise on the music scene for you?
It’s very rare that something comes out that surprises me. But I should mention Shelton San frontman Valter’s new band Fuzzolini.
What is currently in your heavy musical rotation?
Mammoth Weed Wizard Bastard – »Noeth Ac Anoeth«.
What was the best advice you’ve ever been given as a musician?
“Can you turn down your amp?” 😀
Can you say something more about current music scene in Estonia?
There are many metal bands in Estonia despite our small size. There are still plenty of venues to perform in. Although some have closed their doors and some are struggling.
Where can we see you live this year (concerts/tours)?
In summer, we’ll play at the largest metal festival in Estonia – Hard Rock Laager. Maybe a tour, but definitely some local concerts and an new album release party.
What are your plans for the future as a band?
To finish our fourth album and play some gigs.
How can people best support your band?
Come to our concerts, buy merch and listen our music.
Do you have any message for your listeners?
Thank you for listening and supporting us.
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Bojan Bidovc // music enthusiast, promoter, misanthrop and sometimes a journalist as well