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Origin: Vienna, Austria
Genre: Thrash/Heavy Metal
Active since: 2011
Label: Jawbreaker Records
www.wildhunt.at

Band Members

Biography

Wildhunt is a Thrash/Heavy Metal band from Vienna, Austria. Formed in 2011, they have since been able to carve out a trademark sound that combines the vigorous riffs and ferocious harmonies of the glory days of Metal with intricate song structures and arrangements. Lyrically, the band frequently weaves dark tales that, beneath the surface, often explore the complexities of the human mind and society.

Their debut EP “Scenting the Prey (2012) quickly caught the attention of the international old-school metal scene, leading to numerous shows abroad and a record deal with Metal on Metal Records. In 2016, Wildhunt unleashed their critically acclaimed first full-length “Descending“, which made its way into several year-end “best of” lists. A European tour alongside Vigilance (SLO) and Körgull the Exterminator (ESP) helped cement their reputation across borders.

Having since appeared at festivals, on TV, and as support for renowned acts like Vicious Rumors and Destruction, the band is now entering their next chapter: their long-awaited second album “Aletheia” (Jawbreaker Records, 2026). Across seven tracks, Wildhunt push their sound into uncharted realms – a relentless mix of high-energy Thrash and Heavy Metal, epic arrangements, matured songwriting, and thought-provoking lyrics. The result is a rollercoaster of emotions that never loses its sharp edge, offering a true gem for fans who like their Metal out of the ordinary.

ALETHEIA – Chastise all deceit!

Music

WILDHUNT return with their long-awaited second album “ALETHEIA”, out January 2nd, 2026 via Jawbreaker Records on LP, CD & digital. With their new effort the band managed to refine their unique mix of energetic metal and epic song structures – and lead the Wild Hunt into previously unknown realms. ALETHEIA – Chastise all deceit!

Listen to the title track here:

Watch the album teaser here:

Press Quotes

One of my favorite thrash albums of 2016. The Austrian thrash-machine completely obliterates the competition with mature songwriting and prolific passages, all while maintaining the core elements of the thrash genre. These guys will reach the top of the chain in no time if they continue to deliver strong albums like ‘Descending’. This, my friends, is European thrash metal at its best.

MetalWani.com

Wildhunt is an obvious product of quality in today’s Thrash Metal, and there’s not much else left for me but to recommend them to everyone who has any interest in 80s-inspired Thrash Metal.

The metal crypt

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