With their new album HEX, German folk trailblazers FAUN dive deep into ancient roots, reclaiming the idea of the “witch” as a symbol of power, healing, and rebellion. Forget fairy-tale broomsticks—this is a dark, emotional, and fiercely atmospheric record that feels more like a ritual than a playlist.
From the very first track, HEX draws you into a world of old magic and modern sound. Tracks like “Belladonna” and “Hare Spell” pulse with tribal drums, medieval strings, and hypnotic vocals. It’s classic FAUN—but with sharper edges and a cinematic mood that’s impossible to shake.
Lyrically, the album pays tribute to women who carried ancient knowledge, who were feared, hunted, and erased—but whose stories still echo. The band takes inspiration from European folklore, herbalism, and forgotten rites, blending history with emotion in a way that feels both timeless and urgently now.
Big highlights include “Nimue” featuring gothic icon Chelsea Wolfe, whose voice adds a chilling beauty to the track. On “Umay”, FAUN team up with Turkish singer Fatma Turgut to explore goddess myths through a cross-cultural lens. And their haunting version of Nick Drake’s “Black Eyed Dog” will stay with you long after the final note fades.
The visual side of HEX is just as strong: the cover art, created by Old Hag’s Lore, channels both the sacred and the supernatural. And for the collectors out there, the album drops in multiple physical formats—CD, deluxe Earbook with lyrics and stories, and stunning double vinyl editions (including a limited marbled LP).
HEX isn’t just an album—it’s a spell, a statement, a sonic journey through shadow and light. FAUN have never sounded more focused, more fearless, or more connected to something deep beneath the surface.
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