Deafheaven Announce Sunbather 10th Anniversary Remix/Remaster/Reissue
Deafheaven’s success story, driven by the landmark release of Sunbather, is not just an example of artistic achievement, but also of the way they were able to break boundaries and reshape the face of heavy music. Sunbather pushed against the genre’s conventions, expanding the perception of what black metal could be.
With the unique blending of sounds and aesthetics that was out of step with the traditional expectations of the genre, Deafheaven was able to capture the attention of the broader music world, which helped them to reach new audiences that might not have been interested in their music otherwise.
This radical departure from the norms is a testament to their creativity and willingness to take risks, and has undoubtedly influenced many bands that came after them, expanding the possibilities of what can be achieved within the confines of heavy music.
It’s fascinating to hear how Deafheaven was not initially accepted by all within the metal community. However, as time went on, it appears they gained respect and admiration not just from the critics but from a broad cross-section of fans around the world. Their willingness to stand their ground in the face of criticism likely solidified their position as a band that was not afraid to challenge the status quo.
Looking ahead, the band seems poised to continue their journey of musical exploration. With the upcoming anniversary tour and the remastered release of Sunbather, they are not only celebrating the past but also embracing the future. As Deafheaven continues to create and perform, it will be interesting to see what new heights they can reach and how their sound will evolve. Their story is a clear example of how pushing boundaries and exploring new ideas can lead to incredible success and lasting impact.
Deafheaven, on tour:
August 19 Bristol, UK @ ArcTanGent
August 20 Glasgow, UK @ Core Festival 2023
August 21 Edinburgh, UK @ Summerhall
August 22 Belfast, UK @ Limelight
August 23 Dublin, IE @ The Button Factory
August 24 Leeds, UK @ Brudenell Social Club
August 25 London, UK @ O2 Academy Islington
September 6 Charlotte, NC @ Fillmore Charlotte *
September 8 Asheville, NC @ The Grey Eagle *
September 9 Birmingham, AL @ Avondale Brewing Co. *
September 10 New Orleans, LA @ Fillmore New Orleans *
September 11 San Antonio, TX @ Aztec Theatre *
September 13 Omaha, NE @ The Admiral Theater *
September 14 Des Moines, IA @ Wooly’s *
September 15 St. Paul, MN @ Palace Theater *
September 16 Madison, WI @ The Sylvee *
September 18 Royal Oak, MI @ Royal Oak Music Theatre *
September 19 Chicago, IL @ Riviera Theatre *
September 20 Grand Rapids, MI @ Elevation
September 21 Louisville, KY @ Louder Than Life 2023
September 23 Denver, CO @ Mission Ballroom *
September 24 Salt Lake City, UT @ The Union Event Center *
September 26 Boise, ID @ Knitting Factory Concert House *
September 27 Missoula, MT @ The Wilma *
September 29 Spokane, WA @ Knitting Factory Concert House *
September 30 Calgary, AB @ The Palace Theatre *
October 2 Vancouver, BC @ Vogue Theatre *
October 3 Seattle, WA @ Showbox SoDo *
October 4 Portland, OR @ Roseland Theater *
October 6 Sacramento, CA @ Aftershock 2023
October 7 Los Angeles, CA @ Hollywood Palladium *
November 26 Chicago, IL @ House of Blues ^
November 27 Detroit, MI @ Saint Andrews Hall ^
November 29 Philadelphia, PA @ TLA ^
November 30 Boston, MA @ Royale ^
December 2 Washington, DC @ Howard ^
December 3 New York, NY @ Knockdown Center ^
December 7 San Francisco, CA @ Regency ^
December 8 Los Angeles, CA @ Novo ^
December 13 Denver, CO @ Summit ^
December 16 Austin, TX @ Stubb’s ^
* with Coheed and Cambria
^ with Touché Amoré
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