British experimental ensemble Crippled Black Phoenix will perform their unique combination of post-rock, progressive rock, and alternative metal at Prague’s Rock Café on May 14, 2026. Dutch space rockers Temple Fang will appear as special guests.

Crippled Black Phoenix is a British experimental rock band founded in 2004 by Justin Greaves, former drummer of Electric Wizard. Their music combines elements of post-rock, progressive rock, psychedelia, and alternative metal, often working with a melancholic and cinematic atmosphere. The band is known for its expansive compositions, intense instrumental passages, and emotive lyrics that deal with existential themes, loss, and introspection.

Crippled Black Phoenix have built a cult following thanks to their live performances, where the atmosphere often transitions into hypnotic and trance-like moments. With each album, the band experiments with new sounds and arrangements, while retaining their characteristic melancholic and epic style. Their work appeals not only to fans of progressive and post-rock, but also to those who seek music full of depth, emotional intensity, and an original approach to rock aesthetics.

Temple Fang is an Amsterdam-based band that, since its inception in 2018, has established itself as a distinctive voice in the field of psychedelic and space rock. Their music is characterized by long, hypnotic compositions that combine elements of progressive rock and jam playing. The band draws inspiration from bands such as Kyuss, The Grateful Dead, and Motorpsycho, which is reflected in their energetic and improvised performances.