While Heaven Wept

While Heaven Wept
Origin Virginia, United States
Genres Doom metal
Power Metal
Progressive metal
Neo-classical metal
Symphonic metal
Years active 1989–present
Labels Nuclear Blast Records
Cruz Del Sur Music
Black Lotus Records
Eibon Records
Rage of Achilles Records
Rock Machine Records
Members Tom Phillips
Jim Hunter
Scott Loose
Trevor Schrotz
Rain Irving

While Heaven Wept (often abbreviated as WHW) is an epic doom metal band based in Dale City, Virginia, USA.[1] The primary writer and overall engine of the band is mainman Tom Phillips. Their melodic, classically influenced style could be compared to bands such as Solitude Aeturnus and Solstice (the latter of which Tom Phillips is a former member); however, 2003's acclaimed Of Empires Forlorn saw the band branching out into a variety of metal and progressive styles. This trend continues on their 2009 album, Vast Oceans Lachrymose, and on their 2011 album, "Fear of Infinity".[2]

While Heaven Wept's lyrics have traditionally dealt with sorrowful matters, namely, personal loss and despondency.

While Heaven Wept announced on their Facebook page that they are currently planning on an autumn 2014 release. The album will consist of a single 40-minute track.[3]

Members

Current

Guests

Former

WHW has had numerous line-up changes over the years.

Discography

Compilation appearances

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