Doomed Confessionary: Thanos (Under The Sun)
Under The Sun, one of Athens, Greece’s best-kept secrets, is a thunderous stoner-sludge band that shakes the foundations of all-things-heavy with its combination of amp-splitting power and red-eyed psychedelics.
Under The Sun emerged from the depths of heavy riffing and jamming, back in 2015. Inspired by historic ’70s bands like Black Sabbath and embracing the sound of newer bands, like Orange Goblin, Kyuss, and C.O.C., they forge their own sound that appeals to both fans of 70s heavy rock and stoner/doom music lovers.
Passionate about creating music driven by fuzz-drenched guitars and groovy bass lines, Under The Sun operate on the event horizon between heavy doom and sunbaked stoner rock. Armed with tough riffing, powerful vocals and traveling drums, Under The Sun merge a punk attitude with the “sweet surrender” of their more laid-back, psych-blues escapism, resulting in a classic r’n’r record!
Under The Sun’s debut full-length album »The Bell Of Doom« was released on April 5th, 2024 via Sound Effect Records.
Can you say a few words about your band?
We are called Under The Sun and we play stoner heavy rock.
What was the biggest challenge for the band last year?
The release of our debut album, but with the help of Sound Effect Records we managed to make it through.
What can you be most proud of so far?
For being alive hahahaha, but seriously we are proud of how our album turned out.
What was your biggest regret?
No regrets, no remorse.
What was the best concert/tour so far and why?
To share the stage with Saint Vitus, Orange Goblin and Graveyard at Desertfest Athens.
What was the biggest surprise on the music scene for you?
The number of underground bands from all over the world that play great music.
What is currently in your heavy musical rotation?
Orange Goblin, Pantera, C.O.C.
Photo by SingLoud TV
Can you say something more about the music scene in Athens?
Here in Athens we have a lot of bands that cover all the genres in heavy music and how welcoming the local scene is.
Where can we see you live this year (concerts/tours)?
We planning to play some gigs. For more news you will have to check our socials.
What are your plans for the future as a band?
We are currently working on some new music and looking forward to play live.
How can people best support your band?
Buy our merch on Bandcamp and just drop a good word for us.
Do you have any message for your listeners?
Stay heavy, stay healthy and listen to good music!
Bojan Bidovc // music enthusiast, promoter, misanthrop and sometimes a journalist as well