A Pale Horse Named Death

Gothic Metal Band

A Pale Horse Named Death is an American gothic metal band that was formed in Brooklyn, New York in 2010. The band was founded by Sal Abruscato, a former drummer for Type O Negative and Life of Agony, and guitarist Matt Brown of Seventh Void. They are known for their dark and doom-laden sound, which incorporates elements of gothic rock and metal with a heavy, brooding atmosphere. A Pale Horse Named Death's debut album "And Hell Will Follow Me" was released in 2011 and received positive reviews for its haunting melodies and heavy riffs. They followed up with their sophomore album "Lay My Soul to Waste" in 2013. Continuing to build their discography, the band released "When The World Becomes Undone" in 2019, showcasing their consistent ability to blend melancholic themes with heavy metal. Their fourth studio album, "Infernum In Terra," came out in 2021, further solidifying their place in the gothic metal genre. The band has been praised for its evocative lyrics and the emotional depth of their music, which often explores themes of death, despair, and existential angst.