Castevet
American black metal band with progressive and math-metal leanings.
Hailing from New York City, the black metal group Castevet got their start in 2006. The band called it quits on July 21, 2014. At the time of their breakup, the lineup consisted of vocalist/guitarist Andrew Hock, drummer Ian Jacyszyn, and bassist Nicolas McMaster, who also played in Krallice.
Quick Facts
- Origin
- New York City, New York, United States
- Genre
- Black metal
- progressive metal
- post-hardcore
- Years active
- 2006–2014
- Label
- Profound Lore, Paragon
- Current members
- Ian Jacyszyn
- Andrew Hock
- Nicholas McMaster
- Past members
- Daniel Olivencia; Joshua Scott
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History
Castevet came together when guitarist Andrew Hock, bassist Daniel Olivencia, and drummer Ian Jacyszyn joined forces. Jacyszyn had previously played in the death metal band Copremesis, while Hock and Olivencia were part of extreme metal groups Biolich and Ehnahre while studying at New England Conservatory. Their 2009 release Stones/Salts led to a deal with Profound Lore Records, and their first full-length album Mounds of Ash came out in 2010 to strong reviews. After two earlier bassists left, the band brought in Nicholas McMaster from Krallice and put out their second album Obsian in 2013. The following year, they toured North America alongside Canadian black metal act Thantifaxath and played Maryland Deathfest. On July 21, 2014, a note on their website announced the split, explaining that each member needed to pursue their own creative directions in new or ongoing projects. Hock later started Psalm Zero with Charlie Looker, formerly of Extra Life, but left that group following sexual misconduct allegations; he has also released a solo guitar record. McMaster remains active with Krallice and Geryon.
Musical style
Castevet's sound is a mix of progressive black metal and math-metal. Their first album combined black metal with noisecore, blending tremolo picking and rapid drumming with intricate riff structures similar to progressive thrash. The follow-up, Obsian, was rooted in math rock and drew from punk, ambient, post-hardcore, and death metal. The music features unusual chords and polyrhythmic drumming, with basslines evoking jazz-fusion and King Crimson. The vocals are a throaty shout-growl.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Castevet from?
Castevet originated in New York City, New York, United States.
Which record labels has Castevet released music on?
Castevet has released music on Profound Lore and Paragon.
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