Origin: Spain
Formed: 2013
Location: Madrid, Community of Madrid
Genre: Folk Metal / Folk Rock
Status: Active
Themes: Pirates, Nature
Label: Unsigned / Independent
Years Active: 2013–present
Ekyrian is a Madrid‑based Folk Metal/Folk Rock band formed in 2013, known for blending festive folk instrumentation with rock and metal foundations. Their music draws heavily from Celtic melodies, pirate‑themed storytelling, and nature‑inspired atmospheres, creating a sound that moves fluidly between energetic party‑folk, acoustic passages, and heavier, guitar‑driven arrangements. Over the years, they have become a recognizable presence in the Spanish folk metal scene thanks to their dynamic live performances and their ability to merge traditional instruments with modern metal sensibilities.
The band’s debut album, “Memorias del bosque” (2016), introduced their characteristic mixture of flutes, violins, acoustic textures, and melodic metal riffs. The record was well received in the underground for its warm, narrative tone and its balance between festive folk and emotional storytelling. Their follow‑up, “Más allá de la tempestad” (2019), expanded their sound with more polished production, stronger rhythmic drive, and a more adventurous approach to songwriting. This album solidified their reputation as one of the most promising folk‑oriented acts in Madrid, showcasing both their heavier side and their acoustic, narrative‑driven identity.
In 2023, Ekyrian entered their most prolific phase, releasing a series of singles—“La Balada de Wilfred el Enano,” “El Rey Blanco,” “El Alquimista,” “Kaguya,” and “Ekyrian”—each exploring different facets of their folk‑metal palette, from mythological themes to character‑driven tales. These releases culminated in their third full‑length, “Cuentos junto a la hoguera” (2023), a concept‑leaning album built around campfire storytelling, fantasy, and folklore. The record was praised for its maturity, richer arrangements, and the band’s ability to create vivid narrative worlds through melody and instrumentation.
Continuing their momentum, Ekyrian released “Colores en el viento” in 2024 and “Angua von Ăśberwald” in 2025, demonstrating their ongoing evolution and willingness to explore new influences while maintaining their core folk identity. Their music remains rooted in accessibility, melodic charm, and the celebratory spirit of Iberian folk metal, making them a staple of festivals, local circuits, and the broader Spanish folk‑rock community.
(Publicly available information is limited; lineup details are not fully documented.)