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Biography

Sad Whisperings is a death/doom band, hailing from Groningen, The Netherlands, that is retaking the music scene after years of slumber. With influences ranging from Anathema to Obituary and Morgoth to Opeth, their music combines atmospheric passages, heavy riffing, intricate guitar work and low grunts and to create a massive sound.

Founded in 1990 as Desecrate, the band blasted off as a traditional Death metal group. Under heavy influences of the legendary Peaceville 3 the band changed direction to a gothic/death sound and adopted the more suiting name Sad Whisperings, in 1992. From thereon they have shared the stage with renowned acts, leaving audiences in awe of their passionate and captivating performances.

Following a number of line-up changes the band was eventually dissolved in 2004.

In 2023 VIC Records showed interest in re-releasing 'Sensitive to Autumn' and the first 3 promo's. This re-lit the fire and the band was resurrected. New songs were written and shows were played, displaying the new and original death/doom sound.

Sad Whisperings was also featured on popular podcast De Loodzware Jongens and Guitars of the Valley, reaching a broader audience with their new sound.

New material has been released by Vidar records in the form of the 'Strategy of Tension” EP, and there's more to come via full-length “The Hermit' to be released in the beginning of 2026, also by Vidar records.

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