Societyof theSilver Cross

Society of the Silver Cross is a Seattle-based band fronted by songwriters Karyn Gold-Reineke and Joe Reineke (The Meices, Alien Crime Syndicate).

Critics have described their sound as haunting, neo-folk, witchy and even “yogic metal.” Their music explores themes of life and death, beauty and darkness while blurring the boundaries between worlds.

Drawing inspiration from the rich musical traditions of India, Society of the Silver Cross blends harmonium (Indian pump organ) and shahi baaja (Indian autoharp) with 12-string acoustic guitar, Hammond B3 organ, esoteric synthesizers (Swarmatron, Therevox, Serge), commanding tribal rhythms and chant-like vocals. The result is a dark and spellbinding fusion of east meets west with hypnotic melodies and immersive soundscapes.

Their latest album, Festival of Invocations (2024), has earned praise from Rolling Stone as “a sonic odyssey that leads listeners through otherworldly realms” and from SPIN as “an eerie, hypnotic spell pulling listeners into a dark, cinematic world.” This follows their critically acclaimed debut, 1 verse (2019), lauded as “one of the year’s most unique and compelling debuts.”

The band’s live performances include drums and occasionally gong player (Stephanie Wood).

Society of the Silver Cross reimagines contemporary Gothic music, blending mystery, romance, and spiritualism into their evocative sound.