DDENT / France

Paris / France
Label: Chien Noir
 

DDENT is the brainchild of guitarist and multi-instrumentalist Louis Lambert, blending atmospheric doom, hypnotic post-rock, and industrial metal. Born in 2013 between Paris and Nantes, the band originally began as an instrumental project with the release of their first EP, Chien Noir. Inspired by Churchill’s metaphor of the "black dog," this debut laid the groundwork for a sound that is equal parts dark and introspective, taking listeners on an inevitable sensory and spiritual journey.

In 2017, DDENT unveiled their debut album, آكتئاب (Ektiheb, meaning "melancholy" or "depression"), recorded at Liverpool's Skyhammer Studio (Conan, Electric Wizard, Napalm Death). The eight instrumental tracks, each named after words drawn from Arabic psalms, painted the narrative of a melancholic poet and horseman. The album introduced a massive, industrial edge to the band’s sound, creating an otherworldly experience that invited deep introspection.

Their second album, TORO, followed in 2018. Once again recorded at Skyhammer Studio, it delved into the concept of creation as a battle for truth, inspired by Federico García Lorca’s Llanto and the notion of "duende," a force that drives artistic creation. Through its haunting compositions, TORO explored a creativity-starved world where art is the only path to spiritual vitality.

In 2020, DDENT released their third album, Couvre-sang. This instrumental post-metal opus takes listeners on a deep, introspective journey, offering a dark and cinematic experience akin to the soundtrack of a science fiction film. Comprising 11 tracks, including highlights such as "Songe," "Volemie," and "Liedevin," Couvre-sang balances light and shadow, love and despair, creating a trance-like state that captivates the senses. A limited edition double vinyl release featured the exclusive bonus track "VOLEMOI," further enhancing the album's immersive qualities.

Continuing their exploration of sonic landscapes, DDENT released the two-part EP series Ex Auditu in 2023. Part 1 presents a more ethereal and luminous facet of their music, characterized by post-rock reveries rich in synthesizers. Part 2 serves as a radical antithesis: darker, rawer, and more metallic, it bridges back to DDENT's earlier works. The track "La Nuit Transforme," featuring violinist Jun-Gui Kwon, exemplifies this evolution.

After a two-and-a-half-year hiatus from live performances, DDENT has emerged stronger than ever. This period was spent reflecting, composing, and gaining valuable experiences with other projects. Now, the band returns with fresh energy, a new lineup featuring drummer Alain, and even vocals on certain tracks - a first for DDENT. While evolving their sound, the band remains true to their atmospheric, hypnotic spirit, delivering electrifying performances for their much-anticipated return to the stage in 2025.