About
Xvart’s roots can be traced back to 2008 when Ian Berling wanted to start a doom/death metal band but, at the time, couldn’t find any members; thus, the idea was put to rest for a while. That was until May 2009, when Ian approached his Anal Coma bandmate Josh as well as John S. (of Demoniacal Possession and Bitch Killer) with the idea of starting a fantasy based doom/death metal band. The two accepted the offer, and Xvart officially began. The original lineup of Xvart was complete with Josh on vocals, John on guitar/bass, and Ian on drums. The band self-released a demo simply referred to as “Demo 2009” on July 1st, 2009. This was later re-released as "The Skeleton Knight" on Thorn Laceration Records. Not long after, Josh left the band (on good terms). The band's name to Ithaqua. A seven-song full-length entitled Decrepit Beast was recorded in 2010 with the intention of collaboration with Fall of Eden Records. The deal subsequently fell through and the tracks were lost when Ian's laptop was stolen. In 2012 the band became active once more under the name Xvart, with Ithaqua becoming a separate band playing funeral doom. Parting ways with John S., original vocalist Josh has returned.
Discography
- 1 Among the Shadowlands 6:50
- 2 Of Omens and Morgul Blades 5:20
- 3 Where the Fallen Dwell 6:29
- 1 Realm of the Xvart (Intro) 1:16
- 2 Decrepit Beast 7:31
- 3 Skeleton Knight 4:21
- 4 As the Dragon Sleeps 5:44
- 1 Decrepit Beast 7:16
- 2 Skeleton Knight 4:26
- 3 As the Dragon Sleeps 5:07