Kroh

Kroh is a Birmingham-based doom metal entity founded by guitarist Paul Kenney (formerly of Mistress and Fukpig). The band represents a modern evolution of the 'Birmingham Sound,' blending the city's industrial heritage with occult themes and soaring female vocals.

Their sound identity is characterized by extremely down-tuned, fuzz-heavy guitar work and a focus on atmospheric tension rather than pure speed. The addition of Oliwia Sobieszek on vocals marked a significant shift in their career arc, moving the project from its demo-era sludge roots toward a more polished, 'chamber-doom' aesthetic seen on the 2016 release Altars. Culturally, they occupy a space between traditional doom metal and the occult rock revival of the 2010s. Critical consensus highlights Kenney's ability to write massive, memorable riffs that provide a sturdy platform for Sobieszek's melodic range. They are often cited alongside peers like Windhand or Jex Thoth, though Kroh maintains a more aggressive, metallic production style that leans into the darker, more nihilistic side of the genre.