Saille

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Saille is a melodic and symphonic black metal band from Belgium, formed in 2009. Known for combining traditional black metal instrumentation with classical elements, the band has released five studio albums and continues to tour.

History

• Saille was founded by keyboardist Dries Gaerdelen.

• Over the years, the band has had some lineup changes but has remained active.

• After a shift in 2020, the band adopted a heavier and darker sound, with a current lineup that includes members from Belgium, Spain, and the Netherlands. 

Musical style

• Genre: The band's music is primarily characterized as melodic and symphonic black metal.

• Instrumentation: Saille's sound is distinguished by its use of classical instruments, such as strings and choirs, in addition to the standard heavy metal instruments.

• Lyrical themes: The lyrics explore dark themes, drawing on mythology, gnosticism, death rites, Satanism, and the works of H.P. Lovecraft. 

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