The Old Dead Tree
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1997 |
| Headquarters | Paris , France |
| Products | Progressive death metal music |
The Old Dead Tree is a progressive death metal ensemble originating from Paris, France, established in 1997.
Musical style
Their music integrates elements characteristic of death metal, such as double bass drumming and intense guitar riffs, while incorporating influences from progressive, gothic, and doom metal genres. Vocalist Manuel Munoz employs a dynamic vocal approach, shifting between aggressive growls and smooth tenor melodies.
Albums
The band's first full-length album, The Nameless Disease (2003), was deeply influenced by the passing of their original drummer, Frédéric Guillemot, who died by suicide. This was followed by The Perpetual Motion in 2005. Their most recent studio album, The Water Fields (2007), received widespread critical praise.
Although a new record was scheduled for release in autumn 2009, it was never finalized due to internal creative conflicts that ultimately caused the group to disband.
In 2013, the members—Manuel, Nicolas, Gilles, and Raphael—reunited to commemorate the tenth anniversary of The Nameless Disease with live shows including an appearance at Hellfest and a special digital re-release. This lineup reconvened once more in 2017.
Current members
- Manuel Munoz – vocals, guitars (1997–2009, 2013, 2017, 2019–present)
- Nicolas Chevrollier – guitars (1997–2006, 2013, 2017, 2019–present)
- Gilles Moinet – guitars (2006–2009), bass (2013, 2017, 2019–present)
- Raphaël Antheaume – drums (2008–2009, 2013, 2017, 2019–present)
Former members
- Frédéric Guillemot – drums (1997–1999; deceased 1999)
- Franck Métayer – drums (1999–2004)
- Foued Moukid – drums (2004–2007)
- Vincent Danhier – bass (1997–2009)
Discography
- 1999:The Blossom (demo)
- 2003:The Nameless Disease (Season of Mist)
- 2005:The Perpetual Motion (Season of Mist)
- 2007:The Water Fields (Season of Mist)
- 2019:The End (EP) (Season of Mist)
- 2024:Second Thoughts (Season of Mist)