INSTRUMENTAL HEAVY PSYCH/STONER/METAL - BERLIN, DE
ICARUS BURNS
Born in the heart of Berlin’s underground scene, Icarus Burns fuse crushing stoner grooves with the expansive soundscapes of heavy psych and the intricate storytelling of progressive metal. Their 2025 self-titled debut LP is a testament to pushing limits — soaring highs, earth-shattering lows, and everything in between.
DETAILS
Based in: Berlin, Germany
Genres: #HeavyPsych #Stoner #Metal #Progressive #Instrumental
Releases: S/T Debut album (12th Feb 2025)
Label: Feather & Wax Records (DIY)
FFO: Elder, Rotor, Karsk, Rezn, Monkey3, Mr Bison, Kosmodome, My Sleeping Karma, Robot God, Camel Driver, Stonekind..
LATEST RELEASES
S/T - Icarus Burns (Album)
Release date: 12th February 2025
Label: Self-released (Feather & Wax Records)
The band's debut album is a unique voice from the underground and receiving positive feedback from the scene
Reviews & Feedback
"Icarus Burns are in the big leagues of heavy, psychedelic, and riff-centric instrumental rock. They comfortably sit in the good company of bands like Monkey 3, Rotor, Causa Sui, My Sleeping Karma, 35007, Yawning Man, among others. This is an excellent album of high quality music that demands repeated listens to fully comprehend and appreciate."
“..I expect these guys to perhaps become one of the breakout stars for folks to go absolutely crazy for.. destined for bigger and better things sooner rather than later."
“..thank God there’s bands like Icarus Burns….making me fall in love with this genre all over again every single day.….managed to release a a standout album packed full of whiplash inducing grooves and fist pumping riffs.”
“..this 50 minutes LP results in a real avalanche of mental images! Are you ready for this amazing sonic trip?.."
"..With their knack for sophisticated songwriting, instrumental prowess, and an unparalleled element of surprise, Icarus Burns makes one hell of an impression with their debut.."
ABOUT THE BAND
When the riffs hit, they burn. When the melodies soar, they sear. This is Icarus Burns.
Consisting of individuals from Germany, UK, Chile, the band is a rich blend of cultural and musical influences which combine to deliver an exciting and visceral live experience at their shows.
While the band has a wholly unique sound, Icarus Burns will appeal to fans across genres - reference bands include: Elder, Rotor, Karsk, Rezn, Monkey3, Mr Bison, Kosmodome, My Sleeping Karma, Robot God..
The band's debut S/T album dropped in Feb 2025 to great reception; landing #10 in the Doom Charts and with live gigs across various stages across Germany and Europe this next phase of the band promises to be their most exciting yet.
Icarus Burns is:
Tim Corden – Guitar
Jens Gehrke – Guitar
Axel Kalteiß – Bass
Cristobal Cuadra Bravo – Drums
EVENTS- 2026
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