norway
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Messe I.X-VI.X by Ulver Commissioned for Tromsø Kulturhus, Messe I.X-VI.X is an epic and eclectic collaboration between Norwegian black metal outfit Ulver, the Tromsø Chamber Orchestra, and the Arctic Opera and Philharmonic Orchestra. Give the whole piece a listen above!
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Kvelertak delivers once again with high energy, solid production, anthemic melodies, catchy choruses, and a tastefully executed blend of influences: rock ‘n’ roll, black metal, hardcore punk, and heavy metal. WATCH THE REVIEW
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A deep, dark, drone-y track from the new Wardruna album, Runaljod – Yggdrasil. These guys are a Norwegian project that takes a pretty gloomy approach to recreating the folk music of their homeland. However, the mood of this track isn’t a surprise when you consider numerous members of the band
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Stream: Kvelertak – Meir Norway’s Kvelertak are dropping their highly anticipated sophomore LP this month via Roadrunner records, but you can stream the whole thin now via the link above. Enjoy! Check a review of the band’s previous album here:
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When it comes to black metal, Vreid’s V is as melodic and thrashy as they come. It’s actually difficult to simply call it a black metal album. The production is fantastic, and the musicianship is impressive during a lot of the solos, too. The issue I’m having
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Norway’s Vreid bring a really melodic face to modern black metal. The thrashy riffs and moody interludes throughout the band’s new album, V, aren’t usually so pronounced on an album of this style, but I’ll take it. They know how to be harsh, but balance it
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