Blaakyum

Blaakyum is a heavy metal band from Beirut, Lebanon. It forms in 1995 and remains active. The group is a four-piece with a strong thrash metal influence, alongside hard rock and classic rock elements. Its sound combines thrash with melodic guitar work in the style of Deep Purple and Steve Vai, and it is known for technically detailed compositions and dark, clever lyrics.

History

The band is founded by Mr. Bassem Deaibess. After a period of frequent line-up changes, it releases a single in 1998 and performs extensively in a range of venues, from major concert halls to small pubs. Blaakyum splits at the beginning of 2001, then reforms at the end of 2007 and continues from Beirut, later also making an impact in London.