Interview: Windhand

Richmond, Virginia, doom metal band Windhand are heading our way in early October, playing dates in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Dunedin with homegrown riff-worshippers Beastwars. Windhand’s sophomore album, Soma, was released by label Relapse Records late last year, and it drew rave reviews for its monolithic weight, uber-heady atmospherics, and the ethereal vocals of Dorthia Cottrell. Windhand formed back in 2008, released their self-titled debut in 2012, and issued an acclaimed split release with fellow Virginia natives Cough in 2013. The band is constantly touring, and currently on the road in the U.S and Canada. UnderTheRadar caught up with Windhand’s vocalist Cottrell, who found some time to answer a few questions between shows...

Click here to read Craig Hayes full interview with Dorthia Cottrell.

Windhand are playing  four shows across the country kicking off Wednesday 8th October. Head over here for more information and for tickets.