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The Hu (stylized as The HU) is a Mongolian folk metal band formed in 2016. [1] [2] Incorporating traditional Mongolian instrumentation, including the morin khuur , the tovshuur , and throat singing , [3] [4] the band calls their style of music "hunnu rock", a term inspired by the Xiongnu , an ancient tribal confederation of uncertain origins ...
- Hurd (Хурд) Formed in 1987, Hurd (meaning “speed”) are considered the first band to introduce heavy metal into the Mongolian music scene. Their style is a mix of classic metal and soft rock balladry, though as their career has progresed, they have touched on nu metal (with 2001’s Myangan Jild Gants) and industrial (2005’s Züirlekh Argagüi).
- Altan Urag (Алтан Ураг) Altan Urag (meaning "Golden Lineage") have been around since 2002. Their sound is decidedly more experimental than many of their peers, mixing motor-mouthed Mongolian throat singing and a rock rhythm section with quasi-orchestral overlays that make each song feel like an ancient myth come to life.
- Nine Treasures (九宝) One of China’s national treasures, Nine Treasures fusion of galloping modern metal and gang-chanted, throat-sung choruses are exhilarating and evocative – their song Wisdom Eyes is the equivalent of riding through lush Inner Mongolia on horseback.
- Tengger Cavalry. Before The Hu broke worldwide, Tengger Cavalry were the area’s best-known band. Originally from Inner Mongolia before relocating to the US, they channelled the traditional folk forms of their homeland into a western context – even singing in English on songs such as Cavalry In Thousands.
Jun 26, 2023 · Mongolia's unlikely break-out folk metal sensations have been winning over fans left, right and centre, their unique mixture of propulsive, groove-laden riffs, tribalistic percussion and traditional string instrumentation inspired by their homeland striking a chord that transcends borders and language barriers.
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Jan 2, 2020 · How does The Hu, a Mongolian metal/rock band, combine metal riffs with Mongolian instruments and folklore? This article analyzes the subgenre of folk metal and its hybridization theory, using The Hu as an example of a global and local phenomenon.
Feb 8, 2021 · The Hu: the folk-metal warriors who conquered the world. By Dannii Leivers. ( Metal Hammer ) published 8 February 2021. How an unknown Mongolian metal band became the decade’s most surprising success story. (Image credit: Enkhbat Nyamkhishig) “HU! HU!”
