About US

Hole In The Svn is an international collective that share the same passion for music and live concerts. Our main focus is on extreme Metal genres as well as psychedelic and occult Rock and more.

Hole In The Svn members have a lot of experience in the music business and industry as bookers, self employed individuals and long term touring personnel, so the idea to form a unique festival that answers their own musical taste and preferences came quite naturally.

Hole In The Svn was created out of a need to provide the local scene in the Kassel area with unique and quality music events in the field of occult related Metal music genres. We promote music events for genres such as Black Metal, Death Metal and Doom Metal and organize unique tours for bands that fit our concept via ABYSSAL BOOKING AGENCY.

Hole In The Svn is more than a festival—it’s a manifestation of something deeply rooted in us, something that words can hardly encapsulate. It’s not just about music; it’s about the pulse of an ethos, the channeling of raw, unfiltered energies, and the celebration of an art form that transcends sound. Black Metal and Death Metal aren’t simply genres—they are philosophies, practices, and confrontations with the abyss within and beyond.

But what is “Metal of Death” to us? It’s rebellion and reverence, an exploration of the shadowy corners of existence where the sacred and profane collide. It’s a soundscape that mirrors the dualities of existence: beauty and brutality, despair and transcendence. It challenges the listener to see beyond, feel more profoundly, and engage with the ineffable mysteries of life and death.

At Hole In The Svn, our mission is to bring this vision to life in its fullest dimensions. We see curation not as a task but as a calling—a responsibility to craft a program where every performance and every moment contributes to the festival’s narrative. The essence of the music presented here demands more than just sound; it demands atmosphere, context, and a space where its many layers can unfold unhindered.

Creating this atmosphere is an act of devotion. From the choice of bands, each representing a unique voice in the genre, to the design of the physical space, to collaborations that enrich the cultural depth of the event, every detail is meticulously planned to ensure a flawless delivery of what these art forms truly represent.

It’s not about being part of an audience—it’s about being part of a communion. For fans, musicians, and organizers alike, it’s an opportunity to immerse oneself in an environment that honors and exalts this art form. It’s a chance to connect with like-minded souls who feel the same call of the void, the same pull toward the esoteric and the sublime.

Hole In The Svn Festival is our collective offering—a stage, a sanctuary, a temple for those who understand the gravity of this art form. Each edition ignites the flames of creativity, passion, and authenticity, bringing together those who feel this calling and align with the forces that make it the profound and transformative genre it is.

As we look ahead to the next chapter, we invite you to join us—not just to attend, but to experience, immerse yourself, and contribute your own energy to this collective journey. Together, we will honor the past, embrace the present, and carve paths into the ever-evolving future of Black and Death Metal.

The list of bands and artists we have worked with is too long to mention, you can find them all the ‘Past’ section of website.

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