Swans

is an influential experimental rock band formed in 1982 by Michael Gira. Known for their intense, visceral sound, they fuse post-punk, industrial, noise rock, and ambient music, pushing the boundaries of heaviness and atmosphere. With albums like 'The Seer' and 'To Be Kind', Swans have earned a reputation for their dynamic live performances and evolving, avant-garde approach to music, making them pioneers in underground and experimental rock.