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Ecnephias is a blackened death/gothic metal band from Potenza, Italy, formed in 1996 and known for its occult themes and poetic darkness. The project’s early demo November stands as a cult masterpiece, elevated by the exceptional contribution of Valkus (Valkiria), whose guitar work and atmospheric inserts shaped its ritual aura.

Founded by Mancan, Ecnephias emerged from the southern Italian underground with a sound rooted in blackened death and doom metal, later evolving toward gothic and dark metal textures. Their lyrical themes span occultism, pagan rites, medieval witchcraft, and subterranean introspection, often delivered through dramatic vocals and layered instrumentation.

The November demo, released during the band’s formative years, remains a cornerstone of their discography. Valkus, the visionary behind Valkiria, joined the project during this phase, contributing guitar passages and ambient textures that imbued the release with a haunting, cinematic quality. His presence is felt throughout the demo’s structure, transforming it into a ritual document of Italian dark metal history.

Ecnephias has since released multiple full-length albums under labels such as My Kingdom Music, maintaining a distinct identity that blends Mediterranean mysticism with extreme metal. Mancan continues to lead the band, also known for his work in Abbas Taeter, Saturnalis Nox, and other esoteric projects

Ecnephias
Country of origin:Italy
Location:Potenza, Basilicata
Status:Active
Formed in:1996
Genre:Blackened Death/Doom Metal (early); Death/Gothic Metal (later)
Themes:Occultism, Paganism, Poetry, Darkness, Medieval witchcraft, Underground life
Current label:My Kingdom Music
Years active:1996-1997, 2004-present
Compilation appearance(s):- "Haereticus" on Fear Candy 62 (Terrorizer Magazine, 2008)

• Mancan Vocals, Guitars
  See also: Ecnephias, ex-Athem, ex-Deleterio, ex-Rainy Night, Maldiluna, Saturnalis Nox, ex-Valkiria, ex-Seas of Sorcery
• Demil Drums, Percussion (2011-present)
  Nikko Guitars, Keyboards (2011-present)

• November Demo 2005
  Dominium Noctis Full-length 2007
  Haereticus EP 2008
  Ways of Descention Full-length 2010
  Inferno Full-length 2011
  Cold Winds from Beyond Compilation 2012
  Necrogod Full-length 2013
  Ecnephias Full-length 2015
  The Sad Wonder of the Sun Full-length 2017
  Seven - The Pact of Debauchery Full-length 2020