GLDN is Brooklyn’s own force of industrial metal, forging an uncompromising soundscape that fuses raw emotion, abrasive textures, and relentless energy. Founded in 2017 by Nicholas Golden, GLDN was born out of the desire to resurrect and redefine industrial music for a new generation. What began as Golden’s solo creative experiment rapidly evolved, driven by his vision to fill the stage with visceral sound and cathartic intensity. Today, the band’s lineup amplifies the music’s bite—delivering punishing riffs, haunting synths, and impassioned vocals that swing from venomous rage to haunting introspection.

Pulling inspiration from genre-defining acts like Nine Inch Nails, Korn, Evanescence, and Deftones, GLDN distills these influences into a sonic assault all their own. The band’s music also channels the unsettling atmospheres found in cult films such as Luca Guadagnino’s Suspiria and Jonathan Glazer’s Under The Skin, crafting an immersive experience both on record and onstage.

GLDN’s live shows have earned a reputation for their intensity, transforming venues into temples of kinetic release where the audience is invited to confront the darker sides of themselves. Lyrics traverse themes of transformation, anger, and redemption—illuminated by the heavy shadow of Brooklyn’s underground spirit.

With each release, GLDN pushes further into the boundaries of industrial and metal, reshaping familiar sounds with crust punk grit and gothic undertones. Refusing to conform, GLDN stands apart—a band unafraid to challenge, provoke, and captivate. Their mission: to revive and revolutionize the genre, offering a soundtrack for those who find beauty in chaos.

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