Stoneman

Stoneman is a Swiss industrial metal band formed in 2004, primarily recognized as a leading figure in the 'Deathglam' movement. Their sound identity is a hybrid of Neue Deutsche Härte (NDH) and gothic rock, characterized by deep baritone vocals, staccato guitar work, and heavy electronic integration.

murder' (2006), leaned into English-language gothic metal, while later releases like 'Goldmarie' (2014) solidified their transition into German-language industrial metal. This pivot expanded their reach within the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland) and aligned them with peers like Rammstein and Oomph!. Critically, they are noted for their high-production values and provocative lyrical themes involving addiction, mortality, and social taboos. They occupy a specific cultural niche that bridges the gap between the dark alternative scene and mainstream metal, maintaining a consistent presence on the European festival circuit and supporting major acts across the gothic and symphonic metal spectrum.