Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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⚔️ Santa Cruz Doom Metal ⚔️

Mat Weir meets up with all four members of Santa Cruz-area doom metal band Eldrith for a conversation about how the group formed, the story behind their name, their single “Fractured,” and their plans to record a full-length album.

The band also talks about the Santa Cruz metal scene, the musicians influencing their heavy and atmospheric sound, the importance of The Catalyst, life as an independent local band—and their favorite burritos around Santa Cruz County.

Follow Eldritch on Instagram: instagram.com/eldrithdoom

Listen to “Fractured” on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, Bandcamp and other streaming platforms.

This interview is part of a new monthly series hosted by Mat Weir, spotlighting local bands, musicians and the people shaping the Santa Cruz music scene.

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