The Belarusian post-punk band Molchat Doma, who have now found their
home in the USA, announces their tour through Germany
Germany with four dates. They will be joined by the
up-and-coming newcomers Urban Heat from the USA as support act.
with them. With their unique mix of post-punk, new wave and synthpop
synthpop, Molchat Doma has built up a loyal fan base worldwide.
worldwide. Dark, but danceable and with a strong dose of goth ethos
goth ethos, their music is reminiscent of those who came before them, yet Molchat Doma create a sound and meaning that is instantly recognizable as their own.
recognizable as their own. The three-piece band includes Egor Shkutko, who sings the Russian lyrics with his deep monotone, Roman Komogortsev on guitar, synthesizer and drum machine
and Pavel Kozlov on bass and synthesizer. Their influences include perestroika-era Russian groups such as Kino as well as post-punk and synth-pop greats such as The Cure, Siouxsie and the Banshees, Depeche Mode and The Human League.