The MetalSucks Podcast #566 - Bartek Krysiuk and Monk Boruta (PATRIARKH)
Nov 25, 2024
Bartek Krysiuk and Monk Boruta, members of the metal band Patriarkh, discuss their debut album, Prophet Ilia, inspired by historical narratives and local culture. They delve into the unique ethnic instruments used in recording, reflecting on how their creative vision evolved over two years. The duo also explores the relevance of Prophet Ilia's story to modern issues and expresses excitement for potential worldwide touring. Their passion for blending Slavic influences with metal creates a fresh artistic identity that invites listeners into a rich cultural narrative.
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Local History Drives The Concept
- Patriarkh's Prophet Ilya album is a concept record grounded in a real Podlasie historical figure, Eliasz Klimowicz.
- The band used that local story to build a cohesive narrative and cultural identity for the album.
Slavic Instrumentation Shapes The Sound
- The band leaned heavily on Slavic and regional sounds, adding instruments like hurdy-gurdy, mandocello, and tagelharfa.
- Those choices create orchestration that blends folk textures with heavy guitars for a distinct Slavic palette.
Time Bought Cohesion
- Patriarkh spent two years planning and refining Prophet Ilya rather than rushing to meet deadlines.
- That long timeline let them shape a coherent album instead of a collection of unrelated songs.