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| Background information | |
| Origin |  Denmark, Copenhagen |
| Genres | Symphonic black metal • Blackened death metal |
| Years active | 2019–present |
| Labels | Self-released • Over The Under Records |
| Members | Emil Holst Partsch Max Uldahl Daniel Lønberg Michael Møller Frederik Øgaard Jensen Christopher Peetz-Schou Vissing |
| Past members | Thomas Mascagni Jamie de la Sencerie Ingolf Sebastian Schjødt Thomas Fischer Francisco "Furan" Fuentes |
| Website | www |
Lamentari is a Danish symphonic black metal band formed in 2019. The band consists of Emil Holst Partsch (guitar), Max Uldahl (keyboard and orchestration), Daniel Lønberg (vocals), Michael Møller (rhythm guitar), Frederik Øgaard Jensen (bass), and Christopher Peetz-Schou Vissing (drums). Former members include Thomas Mascagni (drums), Jamie de la Sencerie (bass), and Ingolf Sebastian Schjødt (rhythm guitar).
The band has released several works, including the EPs Missa Pro Defunctis (2020),[1] Nihilitatis (2021),[2] Clavis Aurea (2022),[3] and the album Ex Umbra In Lucem (2024).[4] Ex Umbra In Lucem was nominated for "Album of the Year" at both Den Hårde Tone 2024[5] and the Danish Alternative Music Awards 2025.[6]
Lamentari plays a mix of symphonic black metal and orchestral music, combining classical compositional elements with extreme metal. The band's sound includes neo-classical arrangements, choral vocals, fast guitar riffs and solos, often accompanied by blast beats and screaming vocals.
Their lyrical themes revolve around philosophical and occult topics.
In 2022, Lamentari achieved third place in the Wacken Metal Battle, where they were the highest-ranked European participant.[7] The following year, they were awarded "Best Hope – Live" at Den Hårde Tone.[8]
In 2024, the band received a work grant of 200,000 DKK from the Danish Arts Foundation.[9]
Lamentari has performed on several major stages in Europe, including Wacken Open Air in 2022 and Copenhell in 2023. They have toured with bands such as Tsjuder, Moonsorrow, Seth, and Galge.
Their live performances are known for combining musical intensity with theatrical scenography. The band has been featured in media outlets such as Politiken,[10] 24syv,[11] and Sort Søndag.[12][13][14]
Discography
[edit]- Missa Pro Defunctis (EP, 2020)
- Nihilitatis (EP, 2021)
- Clavis Aurea (Album, 2023)
- Ex Umbra In Lucem (Album, 2024)
Members
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Current members:
[edit]- Emil Holst Partsch – Guitar (2019–present)
- Max Uldahl – Keyboard and orchestration (2019–present)
- Daniel Lønberg – Vocals (2019–present)
- Michael Møller – Rhythm guitar (2020–present)
- Frederik Øgaard Jensen – Bass (2025–present)
- Christopher Peetz-Schou Vissing – Drums (2025–present)
Former members:
[edit]- Thomas Mascagni – Drums (2020–2024)
- Jamie de la Sencerie – Bass (2020–2024)
- Ingolf Sebastian Schjødt – Rhythm guitar (2020–2021)
- Thomas Fischer – Bass (2020–2021)
- Francisco "Furan" Fuentes – Vocals (2019–2020)
Awards and nominations
[edit]- Winner of "Best Hope – Live" at Den Hårde Tone 2023.[8]
- Third place in the international Wacken Metal Battle 2022.[7]
- Nominated for "Album of the Year" at Den Hårde Tone 2024 for Ex Umbra In Lucem.[5]
- Nominated for "Album of the Year" at Danish Alternative Music Awards 2025 for Ex Umbra In Lucem.[6]
Etymology
[edit]The name "Lamentari" is derived from the Latin word "lament," which means "a passionate expression of grief or sorrow." In music, a lament refers to a musical piece or section that expresses deep sadness or mourning, often featuring slow tempos and a melancholic atmosphere. Laments have played a significant role in both classical and opera music, used to convey characters' emotional suffering, such as in "Dido and Aeneas" by Henry Purcell, where Dido expresses her sorrow over Aeneas' departure in an intense and mournful monologue.[15][16]
References
[edit]- ^ "Lamentari – Missa Pro Defunctis (2020, Vinyl)". Discogs. 2020.
- ^ "Lamentari – Nihilitatis (2021)". Discogs.
- ^ "Lamentari – Clavis Aurea (2023)". Discogs.
- ^ "Lamentari – Ex Umbra In Lucem (2023)". Discogs. 2015.
- ^ a b "Den Hårde Tone 2024 – The nominees are..." Metal A Day. 2024.
- ^ a b "Danish Alternative Music Awards 2025 – The nominees are..." Metal A Day. 2025.
- ^ a b "Lamentari – Wacken 2022". Devilution. 2022.
- ^ a b "Den Hårde Tone 2023 – Here are all the winners at Denmark's new award show". Gaffa. 2023.
- ^ "Lamentari receives work grant from the Danish Arts Foundation". Kunst.dk. 2024.
- ^ Pernille Jensen (2021). "What are the hooded men doing at Vestre Cemetery?". Politiken.
- ^ "Lamentari at SPOT Festival". iHeart. 2022.
- ^ "Sort Søndag #492 – News from Lamentari, Gojira, Terminalist & Natjager". DR P6 Beat. 2021.
- ^ "Sort Søndag #541 – New Bæst release and Lamentari interview". DR P6 Beat. 2022.
- ^ "Sort Søndag #534 – Lamentari, Meshuggah, Urkraft, Darkthrone & Sunday School". DR P6 Beat. 2022.
- ^ "Oxford English Dictionary". Retrieved 2025-02-24.
- ^ Stanley Sadie, ed. (1998). The New Grove Dictionary of Opera. Oxford University Press. Retrieved 2025-02-20.