Uuhai
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| Origin | Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia |
| Genres | Folk metal |
| Years active | 2020–present |
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Uuhai is a Mongolian folk metal band formed in 2020. They are known for incorporating traditional Mongolian music with heavy metal.
History
Uuhai was formed in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia in 2020 by Otgonbaatar Damba, a member of the heavy metal band Hurd.[1] The name Uuhai, which means "Hoorah" in English, refers to deep cultural traditions, as "shouting ‘uuhai' in unison which has roots as a spiritual mantra as a sign of goodwill leading to good fortune and had been used as a way of releasing energy, emboldening one’s spirits and stimulating the elements of one’s body."[2][3] In 2022, Uuhai released their first music videos for the songs "Khun Sureg", "Ser Ser" and their self-titled song, the latter which features the band Hurd.[4] In 2023, the band toured Europe for the first time, starting with a concert in Paris in June.[4][5]
On 6 November 2025, Uuhai announced they signed with Napalm Records, their debut studio album "Human Herds" and released its lead eponymous lead single "Uuhai".[6][7] On 4 December, the band released the album's second single "Khar Khulz".[8][9]
Members
- Otgonbaatar Damba – drums (2020–present)
- Khurtsgerel Damiranjav – horsehead fiddle, throat singing (2020–present)
- Zorigoo Battsooj – horsehead fiddle, throat singer) (2020–present)
- Saruul Tsogt-Erdene – vocals (2020–present)
- Batbayar Dulamsuren – percussion (2020–present)
- Dalaitseren Nasanbuyan – guitar (2020–present)
- Anand Naranbaatar – bass guitar (2020–present)
Discography
Single albums
| Title | Details |
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| Human Herds |
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Singles
| Title | Year | Album |
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| "Uuhai" | 2025 | Human Herds |
| "Khar Khulz" |
References
- ^ "Uuhai - Traditional Sounds from Mongolia". Discomfort Wings. 29 May 2024.
- ^ Currier, Sarah (19 April 2024). "Mongolian Metal Band Uses Throat Singing and Traditional Instruments to Rock Out". My Modern Met.
- ^ "The best new rock songs you need to hear right now, including Moon City Masters, the Pineapple Thief, Uuhai and more". Louder. 5 February 2024.
- ^ a b "Uuhai, the Mongol metal folk band live in 2023, at Paris La Maroquinerie". Sortir à Paris. 14 December 2022.
- ^ "Uuhai in concert at La Maroquinerie: we were there, we tell you all about it". Sortir à Paris. 14 June 2023.
- ^ "News: Mongolian Rockers Uuhai Sign With Napalm Records". New Noise Magazine. 11 November 2025.
- ^ "Uuhai's New Album "Human Herds" is Coming Soon". Ghost Cult Magazine. 4 December 2025.
- ^ "Rising Mongolian Rockers UUHAI Release New Single, "Khar Khulz"!". Metal-Roos. 5 December 2025.
- ^ "Rising Mongolian Rockers UUHAI Release New Single, "Khar Khulz"!". 5 December 2025.