Cruachan
Cruachan, an Irish folk metal band from Dublin, was formed in 1992 by
multi-instrumentalist Keith Fay. Initially inspired by Tolkien's universe, Fay
started with a black metal group called Minas Tirith before shifting focus to
traditional Irish music after discovering Skyclad’s The Wayward Sons of Mother
Earth. Cruachan released their debut album, Tuatha Na Gael, in 1995. Despite
initial interest from major labels, the band dissolved in 1997 due to
contractual disagreements. Fay reformed Cruachan in 1999 and signed with
Hammerheart Records, releasing their second album, The Middl...
