MOTANKA - Motanka (CD)

Ukrainian newcomers Motanka use traditional Ukrainian instruments to deliver a wholly unique mix of metal and folk, with elements of modern electronica. The four-piece has managed to capture the trance-like magic of their live shows (one of which wowed the audience at 2018's Wacken Open Air Metal Battle) on their self-titled debut. Referring to their sound as "Mystic Metal," Motanka leaves each and every stereotype behind here and hypnotizes with heavy ethno soundscapes. "Heavy and melodic, intoxicating and infectious, Motanka's unique hybrid of metal and folk music is guaranteed to be one of 2019's most memorable debuts" (Metal Sucks).