Interview: Megan (Vocals) & Edd (Guitars) of Forlorn (Video/Audio)

Carl Fisher 1 min read

‘Aether’ is the much-anticipated debut album of Forlorn, the ‘folk horror’ band who blend expressionist art, crushing soundscapes and paganism to carve out their own brand of innovative alternative music.

Throughout ‘Aether’, Forlorn pay their respects to the major ‘elements’, acting as part of a progressing metal pagan ritual. The juxtaposition of ethereal vocals, with chaotic drums and crushing low-level guitars, paired with vocalist Megan Jenkin’s brutal screams, bring together Forlorn’s unique sound and visual identity.

Their haunting live presence has also graced stages across the UK, alongside artists like Dying Wish, DESTRAGE, CRYPTA, Ithica, Devil Sold His Soul and URNE as well as festivals like at Radar Festival, Tech Fest and Collision Festival.

Anyone who has seen Forlorn live can attest to the immersive experience it is, with us describing our first time seeing them in 2022 as:

A 30-minute showcase of dreamy post-metal with the sharpness of hardcore, explosivity of metalcore and a touch of Midsommar-esqe eeriness.

2025 is looking to be the year they truly break out, and ‘Aether’ will be released on March 28th, 2025, via Church Road Records.

We spoke to vocalist Megan and guitarist Edd about the new album, and the journey that Forlorn has been on over the past few years. We also learn how Forlorn has slowly found its identity, taking that creativity to another level, expanding on it in both record and live form, and so much more.

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Links

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