Clan of Xymox was the self-titled debut for the eponymous band in 1985, and their first release on the 4AD label (CAD503, CAD503CD, GAD503CD). Clan of Xymox Promotional Photo Circa 2004 Clan of Xymox, also known as Xymox at various parts of their career, are a darkwave/gothic rock band founded in Nijmegen, the Netherlands, in 1983 by Ronny Moorings - who was to be the leader and only constant member of the group. ... The British indie rock record label 4AD was started in 1979 by Ivo Watts-Russell and Peter Kent, funded by Beggars Banquet Records. ...