Norway

Released in 1994, “De Mysteriis Dom Sathanas” by Mayhem is a seminal black metal album, shaped by band tragedies and known for its raw, haunting sound.

“Helvegr” by Tsjuder, released in 2023, marks their return after an eight-year hiatus. Featuring new drummer Jon Rice, it blends traditional Norwegian black metal with Satanic and Norse themes​.

Antiliv, released on September 18, 2015, by Season of Mist, is a raw black metal album by Tsjuder. It features dark, nihilistic themes, and the limited edition includes bonus tracks and covers of Mayhem and Beherit​.

Legion Helvete by Tsjuder, released on October 14, 2011, by Season of Mist, marks their return after a five-year hiatus. Recorded at dUb Studio and Triple-T Produksjoner, it blends raw black metal with thrash and punk. The track “The Daemon Throne” became a fan favorite​.

Tsjuder’s 2004 album, “Desert Northern Hell,” explores themes of desolation and inner turmoil within a black metal framework. The album marks a shift towards a more atmospheric and introspective sound compared to their previous work.

Tsjuder’s 2000 album “Kill for Satan” is a raw and aggressive black metal album. It features demonic vocals, relentless instrumentation, and unapologetically blasphemous themes.

Tsjuder’s 2002 album “Demonic Possession” is a raw and intense black metal release, known for its dark atmosphere and aggressive sound. The album’s uncompromising style further solidified the band’s position in the Norwegian black metal scene.

Emperor’s second studio album,
“Anthems to the Welkin at Dusk (1997), is a defining work in symphonic black metal, notable for its dynamic shifts between aggression and atmosphere.

Satyricon’s debut album, “Dark Medieval Times” (1993), is a seminal Norwegian black metal album known for its raw energy and atmospheric elements like acoustic interludes and flute passages.

Burzum’s 1992 self-titled debut album is a landmark release in Norwegian black metal, known for its raw sound, dark atmosphere, and controversial association with the early black metal scene.

Released in 2000, “Grand Declaration of War” by Mayhem blends black metal with avant-garde elements, exploring themes of war and existentialism.

Emperor’s 1994 album, “In the Nightside Eclipse,” is a seminal work in symphonic black metal, notable for its atmospheric sound, raw energy, and complex song structures.

Mayhem’s Dead didn’t just sing, he performed autopsies onstage. Blood wasn’t stage makeup, it was a way of life (or rather, death).

Three decades after its release, “In the Nightside Eclipse” by Emperor continues to resonate within the metal community, celebrated for pioneering the symphonic black metal subgenre. Its intricate compositions and atmospheric depth have secured its place as one of the greatest black metal albums of all time.

From their first raw rehearsals to their debut gig, their journey was not just about music — it was the birth of a legacy.

In a symphony where black metal meets the finesse of viticulture, Sigurd Wongraven, the iconic frontman of Satyricon, orchestrates a fascinating transition from the stage to the vineyard.

Over a quarter-century ago, the halls of Rockefeller Music Hall in Oslo bore witness to a defining moment in black metal history: the last live performance of Darkthrone and the first major gig of Satyricon.

Beginning as a death metal band in 1986, Darkthrone underwent a radical transformation with their “Unholy Trinity” albums. These records not only marked a departure from their origins but also played a pivotal role in defining the ethos and sound of Norwegian black metal.

Varg Vikernes, under the banner of Burzum, not only defined the essence of early Norwegian black metal but also stirred a controversy that continues to echo in the genre’s legacy.

Once a pioneering figure in Norwegian black metal, Varg Vikernes’ career took a turn as his musical innovations became overshadowed by legal battles and divisive personal beliefs.