Këkht Aräkh
A homegrown, underground black metal artist.
Këkht Aräkh is a one-man black metal project by Ukrainian artist Crying Orc (Dmitry Marchenko). The project blends second-wave black metal with dark folk, ambient, and other non-metal influences, creating a unique mix of raw aggression and haunting melancholy. Evolving from an earlier project, Yokai (2014), Këkht Aräkh gained acclaim with albums like Night & Love (2019) and Pale Swordsman (2021). Now signed with Sacred Bones Records, the project continues to redefine black metal with its emotional depth and atmospheric soundscapes.
What kind of music does Këkht Aräkh play?+
Këkht Aräkh plays black metal - built more for the room than a playlist. Këkht Aräkh is a one-man black metal project by Ukrainian artist Crying Orc (Dmitry Marchenko).
What are Këkht Aräkh live shows like?+
Këkht Aräkh's live sets are loose and exploratory - consistent in quality but rarely identical night to night.
How can I find out when Këkht Aräkh is playing?+
Follow Këkht Aräkh on Mood to get notified when new shows are added. Mood tracks their upcoming events across all supported cities.