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Faun is a German band renowned for their unique blend of medieval folk music, pagan themes, and ethereal soundscapes, often incorporating traditional instruments and multilingual lyrics.Formed in Munich in 1998, Faun pioneered a distinct genre fusing historical European folk music with neofolk, darkwave, and world music elements. The core members have included Oliver Pade, Fiona Rüggeberg, Niel Mitra, Stephan Groth, and Rüdiger Maul. They gained widespread recognition with albums like 'Luna' (2014) and 'Midgard' (2016), performing internationally at medieval markets and festivals. Their music often explores pre-Christian mythology, nature worship, and ancient languages like Old High German, Old Norse, and Finnish.

• Faun faced controversy in 2022 when their planned performance at the Wacken Open Air festival was canceled due to pressure from groups accusing them of using symbols allegedly co-opted by right-wing extremists, despite the band's consistent stance against nationalism and focus on universal pagan spirituality.
• The band has experienced significant lineup changes. Founding member Elisabeth Pawelke left in 2008, and a pivotal shift occurred in 2021 when long-time frontman Oliver s.Tyr (Oliver Pade) departed, with Stephan Groth becoming the new lead vocalist.
• Faun's lyrics span multiple languages including German, English, Latin, Old High German, Old Norse, Finnish, and Ladino, reflecting their deep dive into European linguistic and cultural heritage.