SD17
- BuzzSlayers
- Jun 24
- 1 min read
SD17 is a modern metal project created and directed by Tim Haverman. It isn’t a traditional band in the usual sense — it’s a vision built and carried by one person, supported by a trusted team working behind the scenes to bring each piece fully to life. At its core, SD17 exists because some dreams don’t fade quietly. They evolve. They endure. They wait for the right moment to rise again. Tim writes all of the music and lyrics, shaping the sound, message, and creative direction of the project. He records with professional musicians who help realize each song at the highest level — not as a fixed lineup, but as a close-knit circle of collaborators chosen for what the music demands. For live performances, SD17 becomes a touring ensemble — experienced musicians who step into the world Tim has built and bring it to life on stage. This structure keeps SD17 deeply personal while allowing it to remain powerful and precise. The creative voice is singular. The execution is collective. Much like the early model used by Tobias Forge and Ghost, SD17 operates as a focused creative project rather than a traditional band dynamic. The result isn’t nostalgia. It isn’t rebellion for its own sake. It’s modern metal built with intention — heavy, melodic, and emotionally deliberate. And it exists for one reason: to be heard.
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