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The HU, from Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, blend traditional Mongolian throat singing and instruments with rock, known as "Hunnu Rock." Their debut album, *The Gereg*, topped charts and won Mongolia's Order of Genghis Khan. They've collaborated with artists like Jacoby Shaddix and Lzzy Hale, covered Metallica, and featured in Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. Their 2022 album, *Rumble of Thunder*, followed global tours. They became UNESCO's first rock/metal "Artist of Peace" in 2022.

Founded by Neige in 2000, ALCEST, joined by drummer Winterhalter in 2009, are pioneers of blackgaze. Known for albums like “Le Secret” and “Shelter”, their sound blends post-metal with shoegaze. "Kodama" (2016) drew inspiration from "Princess Mononoke". Their 2019 album "Spiritual Instinct" via Nuclear Blast showcases their unique style.