Abysmal Oceans

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Abysmal Oceans
Abysmal Oceans Members.jpg
Background information
Origin Maldives
Genres Black Metal
Years active2023 - Present
Members
  • Usham Demoriel
  • Occultus Monolith
  • Unholy One
Websitewww.abysmaloceans.com

Abysmal Oceans is a Maldivian based Black metal band [1] founded by Occultus Monolith & Unholy One followed by Usham Demoriel. [2] The band's music is influenced by Maldivian folklore and the mysteries of the ocean [3] .

Contents

Abysmal Oceans began developing their musical style and writing material in 2023.

History

Ravenous Abyss (2024)

In 2023, Abysmal Oceans began recording for the EP Ravenous Abyss , a collection of four songs: Dominion, Ascension, War March, and Nightmares [4] . [5]

Composed by Occultus Monolith, Unholy One, and Usham Demoriel, the mixing and mastering were handled by George Nerantzis. [6] While the drum duties were handled by Krzysztof Klingbein, [7] the song Ascension features a guest appearance by Fufoo. [8] The EP was produced by Usham Demoriel.

The EP presents a concept narrative centered around Abysma, an oceanic entity. Each of the four tracks contributes to a storyline involving her emergence, reign, and influence. Ravenous Abyss was released on 8 June 2024 [9] , to observe World Ocean Day.

Invoking the Flesh and Blood (2024)

The single Invoking the Flesh & Blood serves as a prequel to the narrative introduced in the Ravenous Abyss EP, exploring the origin of Abysma. The track references Baravel, an ancient entity that once devastated the shores of the Maldives, providing context for Abysma’s emergence.

This song features Boduberu a Maldivian traditional percussion instrument deeply rooted in Maldivian history.

Musical style and genre

Abysmal Oceans combines elements of black metal with thematic influences drawn from Maldivian cultural and musical traditions. This fusion is described as "True Maldivian Black Metal".

The band’s lyrical theme centers on the fictional entity Abysma, [10] depicted as a powerful oceanic force associated with destruction and conquest.

The concept explores her birth through the life force of Baravel, referencing a mythical storytelling that reflects the band's regional heritage.

Band members

Current

Discography

Extended Play

YearTitleDetailsMixed & MasteredProducer
2024 Ravenous Abyss • Released: June 8, 2024George NerantzisUsham Demoriel

Singles

YearTitleDetailsMixed & MasteredProducer
2024Invoking the Flesh & Blood• Released: December 30, 2024George NerantzisUsham Demoriel

References

  1. ↑ "Abysmal Oceans – Ravenous Abyss (EP)". This is black metal. Justin Joseph. 11 August 2024. Retrieved 11 May 2025.
  2. ↑ "Abysmal Oceans, a Maldives-based black metal band who released the new EP "Ravenous Abyss"". Toxic Metal Zine. Jason Hesley. 5 September 2024. Retrieved 11 May 2025.
  3. ↑ "Maldivian Black Metal Horde ABYSMAL OCEANS Released Debut EP "Ravenous Abyss"!". KronosMortusNews. KMN. Retrieved 20 August 2025.
  4. ↑ "Debut EP, "Ravenous Abyss", out now!". Flight of Pegasus.
  5. ↑ "Abysmal Oceans: veröffentlichen das Lyricvideo zu "War March" von Debüt-EP "Ravenous Abyss"". Time For Metal. Maren J. 22 August 2024. Retrieved 11 May 2025.
  6. ↑ "ABYSMAL OCEANS – debut EP out". Eternal Terror. eternalterror. Retrieved 11 May 2025.
  7. ↑ "Review 2399 : Abysmal Oceans – Ravenous Abyss – English". Acta Infernalis. 26 September 2024. Retrieved 11 May 2025.
  8. ↑ "Abysmal Oceans – Ravenous Abyss". Zware Metalen. Joris Meeuwissen.
  9. ↑ "Maldives' Black Metal Band ABYSMAL OCEANS Drops Lyric Video of "War March" Off Debut EP "Ravenous Abyss"!". KronosMortusNews. KMN. Retrieved 20 August 2025.
  10. ↑ "Abysmal Oceans – Ravenous Abyss". Athenaeum Of Sin. Kristian. 12 July 2024. Retrieved 20 August 2025.
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