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Metal & Heavy Metal Music artist from USA. 40+ songs free to stream, with purchase options starting at $1. Add to your playlist now.

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The Dravend

The Composer bringing Symphony to Melodic Metal. Where Violin & Guitar unite.

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19 top 50
46 songs
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Picture for song 'Day of the Rope' by artist 'The Dravend'

Day of the Rope Day of the Rope

This came to me to in a dream. I was jamming with Alexi Laiho. I was on rythym, he was on lead. He stops & points to me then I woke up. I wrote afterwards. This is my Children of Bodom inspired song.

Heavy Metal No samples

Picture for song 'Saving the 6 percent' by artist 'The Dravend'

Saving the 6 percent Saving the 6 percent

Inspired by statistics of the current percent of a global minority. Replacement is real & it's happening, you just aren't paying attention.

Heavy Metal

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The Cultist (Official Instrumental) The Cultist (Official Instrumental)

I started this piece when I was 19 years old and it was never used in my former project. It's fitting for my current style and has been repurposed as an "Instrumental" for the album.

#37 in Death/Black Metal

Picture for song 'Race War' by artist 'The Dravend'

Race War Race War

We must secure the existence of our people and a future for white children.

Heavy Metal

Picture for song 'Bed Of Needles' by artist 'The Dravend'

Bed Of Needles Bed Of Needles

Alice Cooper made "Bed of Nails" in 1989, Alexi Laiho made "Bed of Razors" in 1999, The Dravend made "Bed of Needles" in 2024 Following the trend of a mattress filled with sharp and pointy things.

Heavy Metal

Dive into the electrifying world of The Dravend, a one-man symphonic and classical metal project straight from the U.S. Midwest thats guaranteed to blow your mind. Khris Dravend, the mastermind behind it all, From the hard power of metal to the sweeping grandeur of classical orchestration, The Dravend delivers a sound that's both brutal and beautiful. If you're craving music that's bold, original, and packed with passion, check out The Dravend. This isn't just an album, its a one-man revolution you need to hear to believe. Plug in, turn it up, and let The Dravend take you on a wild ride.
Band/artist history
At 18 I started a metal band called Paralysys. There I learned to work with others, composed many songs (rough 35 songs) in the 13 1/2 years we were together. I am 100 percent Self-Taught, no music schooling, I do not read/write sheet music but i have a understanding for it since music runs in my blood.
Have you performed in front of an audience?
Many shows. Over 120 shows. Opened up for Jet, Deicide, Athiest, and many other big bands with my time in other bands. I love being on the stage.
Your musical influences
Mark Tremonti of Creed, then to Dave Mustaine of Megadeth, Alexi Laiho of Children of Bodom then Brendon Small of Dethklok. Judenhass.
What equipment do you use?
Jackson Guitars, ESP Guitars, Marshall Amps, Engl Amps, Protools, Yamaha Speakers
Anything else?
Enjoy.
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