My Dying Bride, from West Yorkshire, England, formed in the summer of 1990, and after only six months of writing together released their debut demo tape. My Dying Bride have since become the leading light of death/doom metal since their debut album â¶As the Flower Withers' was released on Peaceville Records back in 1992.
Influenced by acts such as Celtic Frost and Candlemass, and noted for their pioneering use of violin and heavy atmospherics, the band carved a huge worldwide following over the years, even touring with such legendary acts as Iron Maiden and Dio. They remain greatly respected today as one of the pinnacles of the genre, as well as one of the most instantly distinguishable metal bands.
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