Horns of Hattin | Epic extreme metal from Vienna, Austria

Abayèr (Drums), Eerie (Guitars), Havres Heremita (Vocals), Acheron (Bass), Rex Vermum (Guitars)

There is no religion higher than truth.

Horns of Hattin is a Vienna, Austria-based Extreme Epic Metal band formed in Fall 2007 by former members of Vargsriket, Final Aphorism, Cryosphere, Avathar and Seeds of Sorrow. The band takes its name from "The Battle of Hattin", one of bloodiest episodes to occur during the Crusades in the area between present-day Jerusalem and Damascus. The Battle of Hattin essentially heralded the end of the Crusades; today the it retains a deeply significant symbolism of large political, religious and social systems breaking down due to overly eager, greedy and weak leadership.

Lyrically, Horns of Hattin focus a great deal on history, providing an introspective glance into the present and future by recounting tales of ancient mysteries, secret societies and the events of the Crusades. Horns of Hattin also explore various themes related to man and his religious ideas - his personal quest for enlightenment and self-mastery. The band's unofficial motto: There is no religion higher than truth.

For booking information, please contact us at booking@hornsofhattin.com

1187 Demo

The Battle of Hattin took place on July 4, 1187, and Horns of Hattin's first demo tells the story of the Third Crusade, the last stand of the Cathars at Montsegur, and the mass arrest of all the Knights Templar in France on Friday, October 13, 1307 - the first Friday the 13th.

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Upcoming Shows

Horns of Hattin Live at The Viper Room in Vienna
14 July 2010 With Kathaarsys (SP), Dismal Lumentis, Horns of Hattin, Mandibula Tickets: VVK (Jugendinfo, Bands) 8 €, AK 12 €
Horns of Hattin Live at Kaltenbach Open Air 2010
17 July 2010 With Dying Fetus, Keep of Kalessin, Aborted, Fleshless, Horns of Hattin, Devastating Enemy (AT), Skyforger Tickets: Buy directly from Horns of Hattin
Horns of Hattin Live at Hellfeier 2010
31 July 2010 With Horns of Hattin, Embryonic, Hellbreakers, Irdorath, Final Release, Fallen Utopia Tickets: Info at Hellfeier 2010 on MySpace