Although they are ostensibly known as a black metal band, England's A Forest of Stars borrow liberally from foreign sonic invaders such as folk music elements, avant-garde atmospherics, and psychedelic art rock to formulate their rather unique personal style. Launched in 2007 by the colorfully named Mister Curse (vocals), Katheryne, Queen of the Ghosts (aka Kati Stone of My Dying Bride -- violin, flute, vocals), the Gentleman (synths, pianoforte, drums), and Mr. T.S. Kettleburner (guitar, bass, vocals), A Forest of Stars made their recording debut with 2008's limited-edition (just 1,000 initial copies) The Corpse of Rebirth album, later reissued in larger quantities by the Transcendental Creations label. ~ Eduardo Rivadavia