The Great Old Ones is a Lovecraftian Black Metal band out of Bordeaux, France. Yes, the same place that makes that awesome elixir the world consumes like blood. The band is dedicated to stories and legacy of H.P. Lovecraft as well as the dark sensibilities of Black Metal. On January 24, 2025, the band releases their fifth full-length album which was reviewed in Metal Temple on November 18, 2024. Gary Hernandez, writer and editor for Metal Temple, recently caught up with founder, vocalist, and guitarist Benjamin Guerry to discuss the band’s love of H.P. Lovecraft, their latest album, "Kadath," and what lies in future for The Great Old Ones.
