Gwydion's journey started in 1995 with the desire of exploring their interest in metal and Celtic culture. Having previously toured with names such as Tyr, Hollenthon, Alestorm and Svartsot, this Portuguese epic folk metal act has played nearly all major metal festivals in Portugal. Gwydion have a very influential epic component in their songs presenting a strong mixture of heavy metal riffs and epic/folk songs while delivering a distinct sound and attitude.