The Haxan Cloak is the sonic alias of British composer and producer Bobby Krlic, known for crafting genre-defining soundscapes that fuse dark ambient, drone, industrial, and experimental electronic music. His debut album The Haxan Cloak and the critically acclaimed follow-up Excavation established him as a boundary-pushing force in avant-garde music, with tracks like “Consumed” and “The Drop” delivering immersive, cinematic intensity. Drawing inspiration from horror cinema and natural decay, Krlic’s work under The Haxan Cloak is both meditative and unsettling, blending sub-bass frequencies, field recordings, and manipulated textures into haunting compositions.
Live performances by The Haxan Cloak are rare but unforgettable, transforming venues into immersive sonic environments. He has appeared at festivals like Moogfest, Manchester International Festival, and FORM Arcosanti, sharing stages with artists such as Flying Lotus, Animal Collective, and Father John Misty. His shows are known for their atmospheric depth and visceral energy, often incorporating visual elements that heighten the emotional impact of his music.
Currently active as a composer for film and television, Krlic has scored acclaimed projects including Midsommar, Beau Is Afraid, and Netflix’s Beef, while continuing to release music under The Haxan Cloak. With a growing global fanbase and a reputation for sonic innovation, he remains a cultural phenomenon in experimental electronic music
