atmospheric dark rock / post-metal from Stuttgart, Germany

FFO: Cult Of Luna, Anathema, The Gathering, Long Distance Calling, Katatonia

ASTRAYA create atmospheric dark rock that moves between fragile intimacy and crushing intensity. Combining haunting female vocals, melancholic melodies, heavy guitars and post-rock/post-metal dynamics, the band creates an immersive live experience that is both powerful and deeply emotional.

New album “ATROPINE” — out now via These Hands Melt.

[Listen to Atropine]

ASTRAYA’s music is built for the stage.

Their live shows combine vast soundscapes, emotional intensity and massive walls of sound — creating a dynamic experience that can move from quiet, haunting passages to powerful, overwhelming climaxes.

Available for clubs, festivals, support shows and international bookings.

[Watch live videos here]

ASTRAYA are

Melina Abele (vocals)
Benny Gölz (guitars)
Tim Suske (guitars)
Tobi Hänsel (bass)
Klaus Wintermayr (drums)

Contact:
info@astrayaband.com
01578/7424434 (Benny Gölz)

WHAT THE PRESS SAYS…

A treat for all doom and progressive rock fans. 
– Rock Hard

ASTRAYA not only offers food for the ear but also for the brain. – LEGACY

Anyone who appreciates The Gathering from their album If Then Else onwards will undoubtedly also enjoy Myth Of Dike. – Ox-Fanzine

A gothic dark rock, that laps on post-metal, alternative, melancholic pseudo-metal that appeals so well to the most sensitive souls among us. – Metal Italia

I love this album. – Smorg Magazine

Featured in:
ROCK HARD · LEGACY · OX-FANZINE · METAL ITALIA · VAMPSTER · MUSIKREVIEWS.DE · METAL TEMPLE · SMORG MAGAZINE and many more.
[Read all reviews here]

EVERYTHING YOU NEED…
[download here]

GET TO KNOW ASTRAYA BEYOND THE MUSIC…

A selection of interviews, conversations and features covering the band’s music, creative process, influences and the story behind Atropine.

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