Dutch atmospheric doom metallers Gaistaz unleashed their debut album »Verschijningen«; out now through Headkick Music!

Gelderland, Netherlands based atmospheric doom metallers Gaistaz stream their debut album, »Verschijningen«, which was just released on June 26th, 2026 through Headkick Music.

Tracklist:
01. Altijd hier
02. De tocht omlaag
03. Leid mij
04. Schim
05. Wreed herleefd verleden
06. Verzonken in zonden
07. Tweestrijd oneindig

Courtesy of Headkick Music:

Lurking from the shadows of the Dutch underground, this eerie force delivers 43 minutes of slow-burning, atmospheric doom. The lyrics delve deep into unsettling otherworldly visions and supernatural mysteries, weaving tales of the uncanny and the unknown.

Featuring members also known from Bezwering and :Nodfyr:, the band conjures a sound that is both majestic, deeply unsettling and moving effortlessly between crushing heaviness, ghostly ambience and hypnotic melancholy. Slow and immersive yet remarkably varied, each composition unfolds with patience and purpose, drawing the listener ever deeper into its spectral world. 7 tracks of majestic, eerie and richly atmospheric supernatural doom metal. Highly recommended for devotees of Abysmal Grief, Nortt, Type O Negative, Goblin, Candlemass, Summoning and similarly dark manifestations.

The CD comes with 12 page booklet featuring lyrics. Out June 26, 2026 on Headkick Music (Denmark). Order »Verschijningen« HERE.

Music by Baluw and Grijm.
Lyrics by Alfschijn.
Recorded by Baluw in Gelderland.
Mixed and mastered by Azanul.

Gaistaz is:
Baluw – Keyboards, Rhythms
Alfschijn – Vocals
Grijm – Guitar, Bass, Screams

Wandering souls:
Countess – Lament on »Wreed herleefd verleden«
Herman van Islemunde – Grave echo on »Wreed herleefd verleden«

Bojan Bidovc // music enthusiast, promoter, misanthrop and sometimes a journalist as well