Thou

Thou is a sludge metal band from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, formed in 2005. Known for their prolific output and DIY ethos, their sound merges the oppressive weight of doom metal with the raw energy of hardcore punk and the atmospheric textures of black metal. The band, consisting of vocalist Bryan Funck with a core of founding members, released their debut album 'Tyrant' in 2007, establishing their signature style of vitriolic, socially conscious lyrics atop punishing, sprawling compositions. They have released numerous albums on labels like #Sacred Bones# and #Gilead Media#, including the acclaimed 'Heathen' and 'Magus', often collaborating with artists like *The Body* and *Emma Ruth Rundle*.